Special Ed Paraprofessional: Classroom & Behavior Support

Arlington Classics Academy; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlington Classics Academy in Arlington, Texas seeks a paraprofessional to assist Special Education teachers. This hourly, nonexempt position supports students with disabilities, implements classroom programs, and follows the guidance of a certified teacher and principal.

Responsibilities include preparing instructional materials, supporting behavior management, supervising students during the school day, and assisting with self-help and mobility tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher preferred.
• Two years of college or 48 semester hours preferred.
• Knowledge of or ability to assist with reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Experience with children or students with disabilities preferred.
• Texas educational aide certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist students with physical disabilities including transfers to/from wheelchairs.
• Assist with supervision of students during lunch, bus, and playground.
• Keep teachers informed of student needs and problems.

Skills

Communication

Student support

Behavior management

Following instructions

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree preferred

48 college hours / two years of college

Texas education aide certification preferred

Experience with disabilities preferred

Tools

Wheelchair lift

Audiovisual equipment

Personal computer

Copier

Job description

Arlington Classics Academy in Arlington, Texas seeks a paraprofessional to assist Special Education teachers. This hourly, nonexempt position supports students with disabilities, implements classroom programs, and follows the guidance of a certified teacher and principal.

Responsibilities include preparing instructional materials, supporting behavior management, supervising students during the school day, and assisting with self-help and mobility tasks as needed.