SPED Fundamental Skills Paraprofessional (45-74)

Alvin ISD; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvin ISD is seeking a paraprofessional to assist a special education teacher in meeting the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in both special and general education settings.

You will help implement classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instructional activities, under the general supervision of the principal and a certified teacher.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of college (48 hours) or an associate degree.
• Pass the Alvin ISD Paraprofessional Assessment of Competencies.
• Valid Texas Education Aide Certificate is obtainable through Alvin ISD if hired.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meeting physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities.
• Support classroom programs including self-help, behavior management, and instruction.
• Work under general supervision of the principal and the certified teacher.

Skills

Child interaction

Office equipment

Instruction following

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 college hours / Associates degree

Paraprofessional Assessment

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.

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