Special Education Classroom Assistant (IEP Support)

FRANKS ELEM; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Franks Elementary in Midland, Texas is seeking a Teacher Assistant for Resource/Inclusion to support a certified teacher and implement IEPs in the general and special education settings.

The role involves preparing instructional materials, supervising students, assisting with classroom management, and providing self-care assistance as needed. A Texas Educational Aide Certificate or eligibility is required, with a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Possess, or be willing to apply for, a TEA Educational Aide Certificate (personal expense).
• Educational Aide certificate as established by the State Board for Educator Certification.
• Experience working with students and parents as approved by the employing superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Follow the directions of the supervisor.
• Preparing materials and displays as directed; Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Demonstrating acceptable written and verbal skills.
• Working in a cooperative manner with both teacher and students.
• Assisting the teacher in maintaining student discipline.
• Assisting the teacher in assuming responsibility for the care and safety of students.
• Assisting the teacher in assuming responsibility for the care of equipment and teaching materials.
• Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
• Inform the teacher of any special needs or problems of individual students.
• All other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Good people skills

Ability to work well with children

Education

High School Diploma or GED and/or 30 semester hours of college

Educational Aide Certificate from Texas

Job description

Franks Elementary in Midland, Texas is seeking a Teacher Assistant for Resource/Inclusion to support a certified teacher and implement IEPs in the general and special education settings.

The role involves preparing instructional materials, supervising students, assisting with classroom management, and providing self-care assistance as needed. A Texas Educational Aide Certificate or eligibility is required, with a high school diploma or GED.