Special Education Aide - Pool

Young World Physical Education; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Nacogdoches, Texas is looking for a Special Ed Instructional Aide to support special education teachers by attending to the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities. You will assist in implementing classroom programs and work under the supervision of a certified teacher.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate the ability to work effectively with children with disabilities. Experience is preferred but not required. Your role will be vital in maintaining an organized classroom and aiding students in various capacities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to assist students with disabilities.
• Experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with preparing materials and managing classroom.
• Support students with physical disabilities and manage behavior.
• Maintain confidentiality and participate in staff development.

Skills

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Effective communication

Knowledge of reading, writing, and math

Basic office equipment knowledge

Experience working with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Wheelchair lift

Personal computer

Copier

Audiovisual equipment

Job description

Job Title

Special Ed Instructional Aide

Primary Purpose

Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a special education setting. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self‑help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of the principal and under the immediate direction of a certified teacher.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Demonstrates knowledge of reading, writing, and math
• Knowledge of general office equipment
• 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 maintain administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Ensure specific materials and supplies are ready for classroom use.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Assist students with physical disabilities including transfers to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning.
• Help manage the behavior of students, including intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed.
• Assume responsibility for adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom—including bus loading, playground, cafeteria, hallways—and discipline students as necessary when the teacher is absent.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Cleanes classrooms or eating areas.
• Provides first aid as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the teacher or principal.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equipment Used

Wheelchair lift, ramp, personal computer, copier, and audiovisual equipment.

Working Conditions

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling; regular heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.