Special Education Teacher Assistant - Transition Program, Transitioning Onwards Promotes Succes[...]

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Branch Independent School District seeks a Special Education Teacher Assistant for the TOPS program, serving students ages 18–21. You will support instructional activities and classroom routines under the direction of the Director of Special Education.

Responsibilities include assisting with records, preparing materials, supervising students in job-related settings, and participating in professional growth. This non-exempt paraprofessional role involves 188 days of work.

Qualifications

• Must have 48 college hours or an equivalent diploma and pass a district assessment.
• Educational Aide Certification is required.
• Texas CDL to transport students is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in carrying out the instructional program under supervision of teaching personnel.
• Maintain student records and assist with data entry as needed.
• Prepare, use and maintain job training materials and equipment.
• Assist with teacher-planned activities, exercises and drills.
• Follow teacher instruction and guidance.
• Maintain student records and supervise grooming activities.
• Supervise students in job-related settings.
• Participate in planned in-service and professional growth activities.

Education

Minimum of 48 college hours or high school diploma/equivalent plus pass a District Assessment

Educational Aide Certification

Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL) preferred

Job description

Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Description

Special Education Teacher Assistant‑Transition Program, Transitioning Onwards Promotes Success (TOPS), Students Ages 18‑21

Qualifications/Skills

• Minimum of 48 college hours or high school diploma/equivalent plus pass a District Assessment.
• Obtained or Ability to Obtain a Texas Commercial Driver License to transport students preferred.

Job Title: Special Education Teacher Assistant-Transition Program, Transitioning Onwards Promotes Success (TOPS), Students Ages 18‑21

Reports To: Director of Special Education

Classification: Paraprofessional (Clerical/Teacher Assistant)

Wage/Hour Status: Non‑exempt

Days: 188

Salary: See Compensation Plan for Paraprofessional/Administrative Support Staff, Pay Grade 203

Contract: None

Date Revised: 11/15/2023

Primary Purpose: Assist young adults and teachers in the special education TOPS program, which is a program focusing on job training.

Education/Certification

• Minimum of 48 college hours or high school diploma/equivalent plus pass a District Assessment.
• Educational Aide Certification.
• Obtained or Ability to Obtain a Texas Commercial Driver License to transport students preferred.

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to work with young adults using appropriate interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work and communicate with children and adults effectively.
• Effective organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional Support

• Assist in carrying out the instructional program under the supervision of teaching personnel.
• Assist in maintaining student records.
• Assist in preparation, use and maintenance of job training materials and equipment.
• Assist with teacher planned activities, exercises and drills.
• Follow teacher instruction and guidance.

Student Management

• Assist in maintaining student records.
• Assist in supervising student grooming activities.
• Supervise students in job related settings.

Other

• Participate in planned in‑service and professional growth activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Equipment Used: Computer and various office equipment.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• This position requires regular in‑person interaction with the public.

Physical Demands

• Repetitive hand motions.
• Prolonged use of the computer.
• Frequent sitting, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling.
• Moving small stacks of textbooks, boxes, equipment and other campus equipment.
• Physical capacity to lift, transfer and otherwise assist students with disabilities (e.g. ability to lift 50 lbs.).

Spring Branch Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status or disability.

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.