Special Education Aide- PASS

Mexia Independent School District; Mexia (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Mexia Independent School District seeks a Special Education Aide- PASS to support students with disabilities in the PASS classroom at Mexia Junior High School. You will assist in implementing instructional programs and behavioral supports under supervision of certified staff.

The role requires an Associate's degree or college coursework, a Texas educational aide certificate, and the ability to work with children with disabilities while maintaining a calm approach during crises.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or two years of college completed as required by ESSA.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of general office equipment.
• Ability to remain calm and de-escalate in crisis situations.
• Some experience working with children/adolescents.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support by helping teacher prepare instructional materials and displays.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom and assist with inventory and equipment care.
• Assist in keeping administrative records and preparing reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Supervise classroom during planning periods and lunch.
• Support student management including assisting with physical needs and behavior management.

Skills

Work with children with disabilities

Follow verbal and written instructions

Communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

De-escalation in crisis situations

Education

Associate's degree or 2 years of college

Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

Standard office equipment

Job description

Special Education Aide- PASS

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This job is also posted in ESC Region 12

Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Position Type: Full-time

• Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
• Special Education > General Special Education

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Help meet physical, behavioral and instructional needs of students with behavior disorders and disabilities in the Positive Approach to Student Success (PASS) 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:

Associate's degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

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

Ability to remain calm and de-escalate behavior intervening in crisis situations

Experience:

Some experience working with children/adolescents

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.
• Provide supervision in the classroom during teacher planning period and lunch

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.
• 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.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.

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 non-ambulatory 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

Pay Range: $12.75-$15.50 per hour

Contact Information

• LaKechia Johnson
• 616 N. red River
• Mexia , Texas 76667
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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