Special Education Aide: Student Support & Inclusion

Young World Physical Education; Rhome (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Independent School District in CHISHOLM TRAIL MS - Rhome, Texas is hiring a Secondary Special Edu Aide for the SOAR program. You will support the special education teacher with instructional and behavioral needs, assist in self-help tasks, and help manage classroom activities under the direction of a certified teacher.

The role emphasizes following district policies, participating in trainings, and maintaining student records and materials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Paraprofessional Aide certification from state of Texas required.
• 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 physically manage students with motor and/or behavioral difficulties.
• Certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention and/or Safety Care.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to federal, state and local policies and procedures related to special education aides.
• Participate in training related to special education students.
• Participate in planned in-services and professional growth activities.
• Assist in carrying out the instructional program for each student.
• Assist in maintaining student records and audit folders.
• Assist in preparation, use and maintenance of instructional materials and equipment.
• Assist with teacher-planned activities, exercises and drills.
• Assist with helping students in self-care activities such as feeding, dressing, toileting and personal hygiene.
• Assist with student supervision inside and outside the classroom; lunch, recess, outdoor activities, transitions, field trips, and loading and unloading the bus.
• Assist in implementing the therapy programs that may require lifting, positioning and transferring to and from wheelchairs, standers, walkers, chairs and the floor.
• Assist in carrying out behavior interventions.
• Attend professional meetings as required.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers (Guest Educators).
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Use appropriate district approved physical safety techniques including restraint
• Dress and shoes appropriate to job responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Paraprofessional Aide certification

Ability to work with children with dis

Communication skills

General office equipment knowledge

Physical management of students

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Northwest Independent School District in CHISHOLM TRAIL MS - Rhome, Texas is hiring a Secondary Special Edu Aide for the SOAR program. You will support the special education teacher with instructional and behavioral needs, assist in self-help tasks, and help manage classroom activities under the direction of a certified teacher.

The role emphasizes following district policies, participating in trainings, and maintaining student records and materials.