Special Education Support Specialist

Harmony Public Schools; Texas; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony School of Excellence – Dallas (6-12) is seeking a dedicated Educational Aide to assist teachers and support students, including those with special needs. Under supervision, you will help with small-group instruction, classroom management, and essential documentation.

You may assist with ARD/IEP processes, data entry, and differentiation of instruction. The role includes supervision during meals, recess, and events, with CPI training as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Minimum of 48 college hours is preferred.
• Experience working with children in an educational setting is preferred.
• Texas Educational Aide Certification is preferred or the ability to acquire it.

Responsibilities

• Assists teacher(s) with student academic goals, by working with small groups of children or an individual child.
• Assists teacher(s) in the enforcement of classroom management and behavioral plans, creating an environment that is appropriate for learning.
• Assists with supervising students during breakfast, recess, lunch, dismissal, special events, and programs.
• Assists teacher(s) in the preparation of paperwork for the ARD/IEP process. Collects and enters data for completion of special education reports and documents.
• Assists teacher(s) with the planning, preparation and implementation of differentiated instruction for individual students and groups.
• May be assigned to one or more of the following special education settings: Life Skills, Behavior, Resource, In-Class Support.
• Assignment may be changed throughout the year without notice based upon the needs of the campus and students
• May be required to take CPI certification class or approved equivalent to implement de-escalation techniques and legal restraint procedures during crisis situations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Take direction from teachers

Effective communication

Data entry / documentation

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 college hours preferred

Texas Educational Aide Certification preferred

Job description

Harmony School of Excellence – Dallas (6-12) is seeking a dedicated Educational Aide to assist teachers and support students, including those with special needs. Under supervision, you will help with small-group instruction, classroom management, and essential documentation.

You may assist with ARD/IEP processes, data entry, and differentiation of instruction. The role includes supervision during meals, recess, and events, with CPI training as needed.