Special Ed Teaching Assistant - District Wide

Amarillo ISD; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Amarillo ISD is seeking an Educational Aide to help meet the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities both inside and outside the classroom. The role supports IEP implementation under the supervision of certified staff and a campus principal.

The position requires a High School Diploma, an Associate degree or 48 college credits, and a valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate. Prior experience with students is preferred and confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 48 college credits or an Associate degree.
• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate.
• Ability to work with students with disabilities and support IEP objectives.
• Ability to follow instructions, maintain confidentiality and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teacher and support individual students or small groups.
• Help students with self-help, behavior management and instructional tasks.
• Support students during transitions, meals, bus, and playground activities.
• Assist in developing instructional materials and maintaining student files.
• Participate in district staff development and adhere to safety procedures.
• Maintain professional conduct and protect student confidentiality.

Skills

Disability support

Classroom assistance

Written communication

Verbal communication

Adaptability

Education

Associate degree

48 college credit hours

Texas Educational Aide Certificate

High School Diploma

Job description

Primary Purpose

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.

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma
• and meet the Districts formal academic assessment required by Every Student Succeeds Act
• Associates (or higher) degree
• OR 48 college credit hours
• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate
• Meet the rigorous standard of quality required by the district

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to work with students with disabilities who have difficulty with academics, behavior, social skills, and various physical needs
• Work in a variety of jobs, time schedules and with a variety of people
• Work harmoniously with student, parents, and school personnel
• Willingly follow written and/or oral directions and to exercise good judgment
• Change assignment or duties during the year to meet the needs of students as students enter or exit programs
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Work Conditions

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students
• Posture: Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking and reaching
• Lifting: Up to 45 pounds or over, 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 and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases)
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
• Regular attendance is an essential function

Minimum Experience

The experience of having worked with students and parents is preferred. This experience may be work in church-related school, day camps, youth groups, and private schools, licensed day-care centers or similar experiences.

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Work closely with classroom teacher at campus where assigned.
• Provide on-going student support and/or assistance in the classroom
• Recognize differences in students special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction according.
• Work with assigned student(s) or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
• Assist the student(s) in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off outerwear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory, etc.
• Give appropriate praise and strive to ensure that each student is successful.
• Intervene physically when necessary to prevent student injury to self or others.
• Initiate first-aid or handles emergency situations without supervision of school personnel.
• Assist assigned students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Facilitate relationships between co-workers, supervisors and students.
• Perform simple errands and tasks for student(s) such as sharpening pencils, carrying lunch trays, accompanying student(s) to the office or nurse.
• Assist in developing instructional materials and maintaining student files.
• Participate in District staff development programs.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all local policies and tate and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
• Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$15.21 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Michael Hernandez
• HR Classified Applicant Clerk
• EDUCATION SUPPORT CENTER
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]