Special Education Aide

Connally Independent School District; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Connally Independent School District seeks an instructional aide to support students under the supervision of a certified teacher, preparing materials and helping manage classroom activities.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a Texas Educational Aide Certificate, and the ability to work with children; candidates should be able to assist with reading, writing, and mathematics and communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Texas Educational Aide Certificate required.
• Ability to assist in reading, writing, and mathematics and to communicate effectively while working with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a certified teacher.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Supervise students during the school day, including lunchroom, bus, and playground.
• Report special needs or problems of individual students to the teacher.
• Participate in staff development training programs and attend faculty meetings.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Skills

Reading support

Writing support

Math support

Interpersonal communication

Work with children

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree or 2 years of college

Educational aide certificate (TX)

Job description

Primary Purpose:

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.

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*
Valid Texas educational aide certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
Ability to work well with children
Ability to communicate effectively
Experience:
Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain 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

• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Alternative methods of performing duties.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
Motion: Moderate walking
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise
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.*