Special Education Paraprofessional: Student Support

Applitrack; Waco (TX); On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking an Aide for Special Education at West Avenue Elementary to support the implementation of student IEPs under the supervision of a certified teacher. The role involves assisting with instructional materials, maintaining a productive classroom, and helping with equipment care and data collection.

Candidates should have an associate degree or 60 college hours and possess a Texas paraprofessional certificate.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: Associate’s degree or two years of study (60 college hours) at an institute of higher learning or Paraprofessional Institute Certificate
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Responsibilities

• Implement and progress monitor student IEP’s under the direction of the Special Education teacher.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly learning environment.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Collect data daily, keep administrative records, and prepare required reports under the direction of the Special Education teacher.
• Assist students with physical needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning, under the direction of the Special Education teacher.
• Assist students with personal care needs, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene, under the direction of the Special Education teacher.
• Manage student behavior, to include implementation of behavior intervention plans and research-based behavioral interventions as directed by the Special Education teacher.
• Under the supervision of a certified teacher or campus administrator, intervene in crisis situations and physically restrain students, within District approved procedures, as necessary for staff and student safety.
• Establish and maintain appropriate communication and professional relationships with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
• Assist in supervising special education students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This may include cafeteria, bus, and recreational areas
• Maintain confidentiality to comply with FERPA regulations
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Perform other duties related to Special Education as assigned.

Skills

IEP support

Reading instruction

Mathematics support

Communication with staff

Safety procedures

Assistive tech usage

Work with diverse groups

Education

Associate degree or 60 college hours

Paraprofessional certificate

Tools

Computer

Projector

Copier

Scanner

Job description

Applitrack is seeking an Aide for Special Education at West Avenue Elementary to support the implementation of student IEPs under the supervision of a certified teacher. The role involves assisting with instructional materials, maintaining a productive classroom, and helping with equipment care and data collection.

Candidates should have an associate degree or 60 college hours and possess a Texas paraprofessional certificate.