SPED 1-1 Teacher Assistant

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Teacher Assistant to support students with physical disabilities. This role involves assisting with personal care, preparing instructional materials, and maintaining a positive classroom environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of child development, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work with diverse groups. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students, ensuring their educational experience is both enriching and supportive. Join a team committed to fostering an inclusive learning atmosphere where every student can thrive.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and a Paraprofessional certificate required.
• Knowledge of child growth and development is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with physical disabilities and personal care needs.
• Help maintain an orderly classroom and support the teacher.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Paraprofessional Certificate

Associate Degree or 48 College Credit Hours

Job description

Job Description - SPED 1-1 Teacher Assistant (RTP20250226-059)

Description

1. Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays
2. Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom and prepare classroom according to student needs
3. Help with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment
4. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports
5. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
6. Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting or positioning
7. Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs and personal hygiene
8. Assist with classroom curriculum
9. Help manage behavior of students which includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed
10. Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative and emotional needs
11. Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher
12. Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom which includes lunchroom, bus and playground
13. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students
14. Maintain confidentiality
15. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings and special events as assigned
16. Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned
17. Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.

Qualifications

1. Accredited Senior High School Diploma or equivalent (U.S.A. equivalency), plus one of the following: Associate degree, 48 college credit hours, pass an academic assessment
2. Paraprofessional certificate required from State Board of Certification
3. Successful completion of a specific training program for teacher assistants or six months of knowledge and skills acquired through work experience preferred
4. Demonstrated general knowledge of child growth/development and behavior characteristics
5. Demonstrated ability to work with people from diverse ethnic groups
6. Demonstrated organizational and interpersonal skills required to meet the goals of the position
7. Demonstrated initiative and a willingness to follow verbal and written instructions
8. Demonstrated effective communication skills both in oral and written form
9. Demonstrated ability to work with children with disabilities
10. Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world
11. Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession

Work Locations

Thelma E P Richardson Elementary School 7203 BRUTON ROAD Dallas 75217

Job

Teacher Assistant-Physically Handicapped