Impactful Life Skills SPED Paraprofessional (Full-Time)

SPLENDORA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; Splendora (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance contribution

Free urgent care at Next Level Urgent 

Stipend for ECSE/SLC/BSC

Job summary

SPLENDORA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a Life Skills Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom, assisting in instructional programs and behavior management under supervision.

This full-time, 10-month position pays $13.50 per hour. A $2,000 stipend applies to ECSE/SLC/BSC assignments; the district also contributes $330 per month toward employee-only health insurance, and Next Level Urgent Care is free for employees.

Qualifications

• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of general office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Help the teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help the teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist students with physical disabilities including transferring and personal care.
• Help manage the behavior of students and intervene in crisis situations.
• Adapt methods to fit each student's needs.
• Supervise students during lunch, bus, and playground duties.

Skills

Disability support

Follow instructions

Effective communication

Office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or 2 years college

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

SPLENDORA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a Life Skills Special Education Paraprofessional to support students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom, assisting in instructional programs and behavior management under supervision.

This full-time, 10-month position pays $13.50 per hour. A $2,000 stipend applies to ECSE/SLC/BSC assignments; the district also contributes $330 per month toward employee-only health insurance, and Next Level Urgent Care is free for employees.