Special Education Deaf Ed Aide Pool - 2026-27 School Year

Denton Independent School District; Denton (TX); Vor Ort; USD 30.000 - 40.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Young World Physical Education in Wisconsin seeks an Instructional Support Aide to assist teachers in the instruction of reading, writing, and math. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and be able to obtain a Texas educational aide certificate. Experience working with children is preferred. Responsibilities include supervising students, preparing classroom materials, and maintaining records. The role involves some light lifting and occasional outdoor work. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are provided.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent and ability to pass a rigorous content-oriented exam.
• Current Texas educational aide certificate or ability to obtain.
• Some experience working with children.

Aufgaben

• Provides direct instruction of students under the direct supervision of the teacher.
• Conducts instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
• Assists in classroom management.
• Helps supervise students throughout the school day.

Kenntnisse

Assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to work well with children

Effective communication skills

Beginning Sign Language skills

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 48 semester hours of college credit

Tools

Standard office equipment

Standard instructional equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Primary Purpose: Provides instructional support services under the teacher’s direct supervision; assists the teacher in the instruction of reading, writing and math, preparation, and management of classroom activities.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent and ability to pass a rigorous content‑oriented exam
• Associate degree or 48 semester hours of college credit

Certification: Current Texas educational aide certificate or ability to obtain

Experience: Some experience working with children

Special Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in Sign Language
• Ability to exercise good judgment in handling confidential information
• Beginning Sign Language skills, minimum

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Support

• Provides direct instruction of students under direct supervision of the teacher.
• Conducts instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; works with individual students or small groups.
• Assists in classroom management.
• Assists teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assists with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Helps maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Helps with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Helps teachers keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provides orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Other SHARS duties as assigned by the department.
• Provides Personal Care as identified in applicable student IEPs.

Student Management

• Helps supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keeps teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other Related Duties

• Follows district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Participates in professional development, department meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Tools and Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; hearing aids, assisted listening devices

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; moderate walking

Lifting: Frequent light lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; may require occasional district‑wide and statewide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress