Special Education Aide Pool

Krum ISD; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in California is seeking an Instructional Aide for Special Education. The role involves supporting teachers and students, managing student behavior, and assisting in planning instructional activities. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, a valid Texas Paraprofessional Certificate, and experience working with children. This position offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on students' educational experiences while working in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• One year of experience working with children.
• Ability to work well with children and communicate effectively.
• Ability to manage a classroom and assist in planning instruction.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers and students in use of appropriate educational resources.
• Works collaboratively with and follows directions of the supervising teacher.
• Manage student behavior.
• Help supervise students throughout school day.
• Manage student behavior and supervise students during the school day (lunchroom, bus, playground).
• Keep teacher and/or administrator informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development training programs.
• Attend faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ability to work well with children and teachers

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to manage a classroom and assist in planning instruction

Instructional planning assistance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Texas Paraprofessional Certificate

Job description

Position Type: Paraprofessional Support / Special Education Aide Elementary - General/Resource

Date Posted: 4/8/2024

Location: District-Wide

Job Title: Instructional Aide - Special Education

Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt

Dept./School: Campus Assigned

Primary Purpose:

Work under general supervision of teacher and administrator in assigned position as a classroom aide.

Qualifications:

• Education/Certification:
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid Texas Paraprofessional Certificate
• Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • Ability to work well with children and teachers
  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Ability to manage a classroom and assist in planning instruction
• Experience:
  • One year experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• Assist teachers and students in use of appropriate educational resources.
• Works collaboratively with and follows directions of the supervising teacher.
• Demonstrates initiative in planning for the instructional needs of students.
• Provides basic care to special needs student as directed by supervising teacher and principal.

Student Management

• Manage student behavior.
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher and/or administrator informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Copier, personal computer, and audiovisual equipment.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.