Special Education Aide: Empower Students & IEP Support

Sunnyvale ISD; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunnyvale ISD seeks a Special Educational Aide to support students with disabilities. Under supervision of a certified teacher and the Principal/Director of Special Education, you will assist with IEP implementation, self-help skills, behavior management, and instructional activities inside and outside the classroom.

You will help prepare materials, monitor student progress, and support safety and confidentiality in a fast-paced school setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or two years of college preferred.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate required.
• Experience with children with disabilities is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom environment.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist teacher with administrative records and reports.
• Provide support to substitute teachers.
• Help meet individual student needs including positioning and basic daily care.
• Assist with behavioral management and crisis intervention as directed.
• Adapt methods for differences in student needs and communication.
• Work with small groups on motor skills and instructional activities.
• Support students during meals, transport, and outdoor activities.
• Keep teacher informed of student needs and problems.

Skills

Disability support

Verbal & written instructions

Communication

Office equipment

Education

HS diploma / GED

AA / 2 yrs college

Texas educational aide cert

Job description

Sunnyvale ISD seeks a Special Educational Aide to support students with disabilities. Under supervision of a certified teacher and the Principal/Director of Special Education, you will assist with IEP implementation, self-help skills, behavior management, and instructional activities inside and outside the classroom.

You will help prepare materials, monitor student progress, and support safety and confidentiality in a fast-paced school setting.