Special Education Aide

EDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Nevada, Town of Texas (IA, WI)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 38,000

Full time

36 hours ago

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Job summary

EDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL seeks a dedicated Special Education Aide to support students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom in Nevada, TX. You will implement classroom programs, assist with behavior management, and help with instructional tasks under the direction of certified staff.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and a Texas Educational Aide Certificate. Prior experience with children is preferred, with strong communication and adaptability to individual student needs.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Associate’s degree or two years of college may be considered.
Valid Texas educational aide certificate is required.

Responsibilities

Assist in instructional materials and classroom displays.
Maintain a neat, orderly classroom and manage inventory and records.
Supervise students during school day including lunchroom, bus and playground.
Assist with student physical needs and behavior management as directed by teacher.
Protect confidentiality and follow safety procedures as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Disability support

Follow instructions

Team collaboration

General office skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

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*

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:

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

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.

Student Management

Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting; positioning; or assisting students with personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous students as needed.
Recognize differences in each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly.
Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

Other

Maintain confidentiality.
Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

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: Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); 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 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

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

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.