Paraprofessional - Special Education CARES

Montgomery ISD; Sutton (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery ISD is seeking a dedicated paraprofessional to assist in classrooms with students who have disabilities, supporting personal care, self-help skills, and instructional activities. Under the supervision of a certified special education teacher, you will help implement programs, monitor behavior, and support IEPs and health plans while collaborating with related staff.

Minimum requirements include being at least 18, a high school diploma or GED, and an approved educational aide

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instructional programs.
• Assist specified student(s) with disabilities in various settings to meet personal care and self-help needs.
• Work under supervision of a certified special education teacher and collaborate with related service providers to support IEPs/Health Plans.

Skills

Ability to work with children with dis

Follow verbal and written instructions

Communicate effectively

General office knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or two years of college

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Job Primary Purpose

Assist specified student(s) with disabilities in a variety of settings to meet personal care, delegated nursing, and/or self-help needs; including self-contained and general education classrooms based on the needs of the student(s). Assist in the implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, instructional programs, and assistive technology. Work under the general supervision of the principal and immediate direction of a certified special education teacher. Work with related service providers in the implementation of students' IEPs and/or Individual Health Plans.

Job Primary Purpose

Assist specified student(s) with disabilities in a variety of settings to meet personal care, delegated nursing, and/or self-help needs; including self-contained and general education classrooms based on the needs of the student(s). Assist in the implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, instructional programs, and assistive technology. Work under the general supervision of the principal and immediate direction of a certified special education teacher. Work with related service providers in the implementation of students' IEPs and/or Individual Health Plans.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification:
• Applicant must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

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

Experience

• Experience working with children or adults in providing self-care, or behavior support is preferred.

Work Schedule:

187 days

Salary:

Pay Grade 4/Clerical/Paraprofessional Hiring Schedule - Position will remain posted until filled.

• Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.