Special Education Life Skills Support Aide

Mesquite-Isd; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite ISD is seeking a Special Education Assistant - Life Skills at Wilkinson. You will assist the special education teacher in providing for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities, under the supervision of a certified teacher.

You will adapt instructional materials, support self-help and behavior management, and help with routine caregiving tasks. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and the ability to work collaboratively with staff and students.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the teacher to prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with the instructional program under the direct supervision of a certified teacher by adapting to each student's needs.
• Assist the teacher in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports.
• Assist students with physical disabilities, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning.
• Attend to students with physical needs and personal care including feeding, bathroom needs, and 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.
• 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.
• 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 absent.
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Other School Health and Related Services (SHARS) duties as assigned

Skills

Team collaboration

Disability support

Follow instructions

Communication skills

Office equipment

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Mesquite ISD is seeking a Special Education Assistant - Life Skills at Wilkinson. You will assist the special education teacher in providing for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities, under the supervision of a certified teacher.

You will adapt instructional materials, support self-help and behavior management, and help with routine caregiving tasks. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and the ability to work collaboratively with staff and students.