SPED Fundamental Skills Paraprofessional (007-160)

Alvin ISD; Rosharon (TX); On-site; USD 17,830 - 24,122; Part time

Job summary

Alvin ISD in Texas seeks an instructional support paraprofessional to assist a special education teacher and support students with disabilities in both special and general education settings. You will help implement classroom programs, manage behavior, and provide instructional support under supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, college hours or an associate degree, and a Texas Education Aide Certificate.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience working with children.
• Valid Texas Education Aide Certificate obtainable through Alvin ISD when hired.
• Must meet criteria before application is considered.

Responsibilities

• Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities.
• Assist in implementation of classroom programs including self-help, behavior management, and instruction.
• Work under general supervision of principal and direction of a certified teacher.

Skills

Ability to work well with children

Knowledge of general office equipment

Ability to follow verbal and written

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 hours college

Associates Degree

Paraprofessional exam

Texas Education Aide Certificate

Job description

Primary Purpose

Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in the special education and general education settings. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

Education/Certification

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two years of study at an institution of higher education totaling 48 hours, or
• Associates Degree, or
• Passing score on the "Paraprofessional Assessment of Competencies" exam, to be administered by Alvin ISD

(Note: the above criteria must be met before your application can be considered for this position and if you are selected for an interview, transcripts showing your degree or college hours should be presented at that time)

Valid Texas Education Aide Certificate (obtainable through Alvin ISD when hired)

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to work well with children with disabilities
• Knowledge of general office equipment
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Experience

• Two years of experience working with children

Salary

Instructional Support PG2 - 184 days

Starting at $20,976