Special Education Paraprofessional: Empower Students Daily

Hill 35; New Braunfels (TX); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Comal ISD seeks a paraprofessional to assist in implementing classroom programs under supervision. You will help prepare materials, support students with disabilities, and assist the certified teacher.

The role includes supervising students, assisting with behavior management, and maintaining records. A high school diploma and some college experience are expected, with prior work with children considered a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years of college coursework (48 semester hours) or an associate degree.
• Experience assisting reading and writing readiness and math readiness.

Responsibilities

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help 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 including transfers and positioning as needed.
• Help manage behavior of students including crisis intervention when needed.
• Assist individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises.
• Supervise students during lunch, bus, and playground; inform teacher of special needs.
• Maintain confidentiality and participate in staff development and meetings.

Skills

Disability support

Instruction following

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years college coursework / associate degree

Experience assisting reading, writing readiness and math

Job description

Comal ISD seeks a paraprofessional to assist in implementing classroom programs under supervision. You will help prepare materials, support students with disabilities, and assist the certified teacher.

The role includes supervising students, assisting with behavior management, and maintaining records. A high school diploma and some college experience are expected, with prior work with children considered a plus.