Special Education Assistant - TLC: In-Class Support

Mesquite ISD; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite ISD is seeking a Special Education Assistant for the TLC (McWhorter) program. The role supports a certified teacher in providing for the needs of students with disabilities in a special education setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with instructional programs, adapting to individual student needs, and helping with records, assessments, and supervision. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with preferred experience working with children with disabilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Some experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Work collaboratively with others.
• Knowledge of general office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with the instructional program under the direct supervision of a certified teacher by adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Assist the teacher in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports.
• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their individualized needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning.
• Attend to students with physical needs and personal care including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Help manage the behavior of students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher.
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
• Report to the teacher any special needs or problems of individual student.
• Assist assessment team by administering achievement and/or development tests.
• Help supervise students throughout the day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as needed.
• Supervise students when teacher is temporarily absentPerform other duties as assigned
• Other School Health and Related Services (SHARS) duties as assigned

Skills

Collaborate with others

Work well with children with disabilit

Ability to follow verbal and written

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Mesquite ISD is seeking a Special Education Assistant for the TLC (McWhorter) program. The role supports a certified teacher in providing for the needs of students with disabilities in a special education setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with instructional programs, adapting to individual student needs, and helping with records, assessments, and supervision. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with preferred experience working with children with disabilities.