Instructional Aide SE 1:1 25-26 SY

Boerne ISD; Boerne (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Instructional Aide to provide essential support to students with disabilities. In this rewarding role, you will assist in classroom activities, implement Individual Education Plans, and ensure that students receive the personalized care they need to thrive. Your contributions will directly impact the learning experience of students, helping them develop essential skills in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about education and eager to make a difference in students' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Assist in preparing and managing classroom activities.
• Help implement Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students.

Responsibilities

• Meet individual needs of students, including personal care.
• Assist teachers with instructional materials and classroom displays.

Skills

Assist in instructing reading

Ability to work well with children

Effective communication

Knowledge of general office equipment

Work with children with disabilities

Education

Associates degree or higher

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Standard instructional equipment

Personal computer

Job description

Job Title:

Instructional Aide SE 1:1

Reports To:

Campus Principal

Pay Grade:

PP02

Workdays:

187

Minimum Salary:

$15.24 per hour

Type of Assignment:

Non-Exempt

Mid-Point Salary:

$18.31 per hour

Contract Status:

At-Will

Funding:

This position is locally funded.

Salary is determined on directly related experience supported by a service record or experience affidavit. Annualized pay may be pro-rated based on actual start date.

Position Summary

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

Help meet physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside classroom. Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP), including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

Required Documents -Must beuploaded with application

1) Resume with work experience listed. Include months/years worked, company, title, and brief description of duties.

2) School transcript or diploma

Minimum Requirements

• Associates degree or higher from an accredited college/universityOR
• Minimum of forty-eight (48) semester college hours from an accredited college/universityOR
• High school diploma or GED equivalent recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agencyANDcompletion of theparaeducatortraining course provided by Stedi.org with a passing score of 70% or higher ($19.95 fee responsibility of applicant)OR Treasuring OurParaprofessionalscertificate through Region XX (fees responsibility of applicant).
• Valid educational aidecertificate issued by the State Board of Educator Certification must be obtained within 30-days of employment.
• Valid CDA (Child Development Associate) credential must within two (2) years of employment for the assignment.
• Satisfactory outcome of fingerprint background check.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year experience working with children in school or daycare.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of general office equipment
• Ability to work with children with disabilities

Essential Functions/Key Responsibilities

• Help meet the individual needs of students including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting and positioning; interpreting instructions; and assisting with physical needs and personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Help manage the behavior of assigned student(s). This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous students as needed.
• Recognize differences in student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction according.
• Work with assigned students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teachers.
• Assist assigned students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep the teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned student(s).
• Provide instruction to students under the direction of the teacher, work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administering and scoring objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teachers keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Make teachers aware of individual students' unique needs or problems.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Working Conditions

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard instructional equipment, including personal computer and peripherals.

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion: Frequent walking, including frequent keyboarding/use of mouse; occasional reaching.

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks.Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning or students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment.

Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise.

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours.

Non-Discrimination Notice:

Boerne Independent School District, as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment decisions.