Special Education Lifeskills Aide - Full-Time

Guajardo Elementary; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Guajardo Elementary in Texas City is seeking an Instructional Aide to support a special education Lifeskills program. You will assist the teacher with instructional activities, self-help, behavior management, and classroom routines in a supportive setting.

Under the supervision of a certified teacher, you will help prepare materials, supervise students, manage mobility and personal care tasks, and help maintain a safe, orderly classroom.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• 48 college hours or successful completion of Paraprofessionals' Assessment of Competencies test if fewer than 48 college hours.

Responsibilities

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist students with physical disabilities (transfer, lifting, positioning).
• Assist with personal care, feeding, bathroom needs, and hygiene.
• Help manage student behavior and intervene as needed.
• Support development of motor skills and small-group instruction.
• Supervise students during the day (lunchroom, bus, playground).
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas educational aide certificate

48 college hours or Paraprofessionals' Assessment of Competencies test

Job description

Guajardo Elementary in Texas City is seeking an Instructional Aide to support a special education Lifeskills program. You will assist the teacher with instructional activities, self-help, behavior management, and classroom routines in a supportive setting.

Under the supervision of a certified teacher, you will help prepare materials, supervise students, manage mobility and personal care tasks, and help maintain a safe, orderly classroom.