Special Ed SIBS/Behavior Aide

New Braunfels High School; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

New Braunfels High School seeks a dedicated Instructional Aide to support students with disabilities in meeting their physical and instructional needs. The ideal candidate will assist in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and maintain an organized classroom environment while fostering effective communication with students and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Educational Aide Certificate issued by SBEC.
• At least two years of experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in preparing instructional materials.
• Support students' individual needs throughout the school day.
• Maintain confidentiality and assist with administrative records.

Skills

Ability to work effectively with children with disabilities

Effective communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Educational Aide Certificate

Paraprofessional Assessment Certificate

Job description

Primary Purpose:

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

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• Educational Aide Certificate issued by SBEC
• Paraprofessional Assessment Certificate, Associate's Degree, or two years (48 semester hours) of college

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work effectively with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Effective communication skills

Experience:

• At least two years of experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• Assist teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays
• Maintain a neat and organized classroom environment
• Manage inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment
• Assist with administrative records and reports
• Provide orientation and support to substitute teachers

Student Management

• Support students' individual needs, including transfers, positioning, and interpreting instructions
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care
• Manage student behavior, including crisis intervention and restraint when necessary
• Adapt to each student's medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs
• Work with students or small groups on motor skills and exercises as directed by teachers or therapists
• Support students throughout the school day, including lunch, bus, and playground duties
• Inform teachers of any student needs or issues
• Maintain data records on learning and behavior
• Manage personal car logs for Medicaid-eligible students and submit monthly

Other

• Maintain confidentiality
• Participate in professional development, faculty meetings, and events
• Attend annual training on physical restraint and CPR as needed

Equipment Used:

Wheelchair lifts, ramps, walkers, special needs bathroom equipment, computers, and assistive devices.

Working Conditions:

Mental, Physical, and Environmental Demands:

• Use of standard office equipment including computers
• Prolonged sitting, occasional bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, twisting
• Repetitive hand motions, keyboarding, mouse use, reaching
• Occasional lifting and carrying
• Potential for prolonged or irregular hours and districtwide travel
• Work with frequent interruptions and maintain emotional control under stress