Special Education Aide Student Specific- Miller Int

Pasadena Independent School District; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 3,776,000 - 4,954,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasadena Independent School District in Houston, TX is seeking a Special Education Aide at Miller Intermediate to support identified students with disabilities throughout the school day, under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate, PAC Test (or 48 college hours), and the ability to follow instructions, communicate effectively, manage time, and assist with personal care and safe transportation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate required.
• PAC Test (No Child Left Behind) or 48 college hours required.
• Bilingual testing may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with routine classroom management.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials.
• Maintain classroom environment and supplies.
• Assist students with homework and tests.
• Modify assignments as directed.
• Maintain student records and files.
• Communicate student needs to staff.
• Support in loading/unloading school buses.
• Assist in physical education activities.
• Assist with personal hygiene needs.
• Feed or assist students in feeding themselves.
• Escort students to different locations in the building.
• Monitor students during activities and day.
• Assist in implementing student's behavior plan.

Skills

Behavior management

Communication

Driver license

Time management

Organization

Confidentiality

Reading maps

Typing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Educational Aide Certificate

PAC Test / 48 College Hours

Bilingual Test

Job description

JOB TITLE

Special Education Aide Student Spec - Miller Int.

DUTY DAYS

185

PAY GRADE

C03

STARTING SALARY

$ 127.88/day

Primary Purpose

Provide support to identified students with disabilities who require additional support and supervision throughout the school day.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate
• PAC Test (No Child Left Behind) / 48 College Hours
• Bilingual Test (if applicable)

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Ability to work with children who exhibit severe behavior challenges
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle
• Ability to read a map and navigate an automobile
• Basic computer and typing skills
• Time management skills
• Organizational skills
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality issues
• Ability to maintain a schedule

Experience

• Previous work experience with behavioral children

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Assist teacher in routine classroom management duties.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials.
• Assist in maintaining classroom environment and supplies.
• Assist students in homework preparation, test taking.
• Modify teacher's assignments, tests, and other instructional entities.
• Maintain records, files and other pertinent documents on each student.
• Communicate students' needs to faculty and staff.
• Assist in maintaining a safe environment for students, faculty, staff.
• Assist in implementing student's behavior management plan.
• Assist in the loading and unloading of the school buses.
• Participate in the activities involved with physical education classes.
• Assist with individual student's personal hygiene needs.
• Feed or assist students in feeding themselves.
• Lift, move, and position students in a variety of settings.
• Be aware of student's various medical concerns.
• Escort students to different locations in the building.
• Monitor students during various activities during the school day.
• Be able to work with any student as determined by the student's I.E.P.
• File various documents in students' folders.
• Assist in orienting students to class schedule each semester.
• Obtain any necessary textbooks for different programs.
• Perform other duties as determined by the special education teacher or the principal.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

Ability to communicate verbally and written with students, faculty, staff, and community

Ability to read and interpret written instructions. Reading; ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

Frequent standing, stooping, bending, and kneeling, pushing, and pulling; regular heavy lifting of students, equipment, and materials, biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases

2021-2022