SPED Fundamental Skills Paraprofessional (4901)

Alvin ISD; Rosharon (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvin ISD in Texas seeks an Educational Paraprofessional to support a special education teacher and assist in both special education and general education classrooms. You will help with self-help skills, behavior management, and instructional activities under the supervision of a certified teacher.

The role requires meeting education criteria and, on hire, obtaining a Texas Education Aide Certificate. Starting salary is $21,307 for 184 days of work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of college (48 hours) or an associate degree required.
• Passing score on Paraprofessional Assessment of Competencies, to be administered by Alvin ISD.

Responsibilities

• Assist a special education teacher with physical and instructional needs of students.
• Support classroom programs including self-help, behavior management, and instructional activities.
• Work under supervision of the principal and certified teacher.

Skills

Child with disabilities

Office equipment

Follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

48 college hours / 2 years

Associates Degree

Paraprofessional Assessment of Competencies

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.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• 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 $21,307