SPED Life Skills Paraeducator — Empower Students

Young World Physical Education; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Midland Independent School District is seeking a Teacher Assistant for Life Skills at Henderson Elementary in Midland, TX. Immediate start to assist the classroom teacher with care and instruction of students in SPED Life Skills.

Responsibilities include following supervisor directions, preparing materials, supporting discipline and safety, and assisting with equipment and self-help needs. Requires TEA Educational Aide Certificate, high school diploma, and SPED experience.

Qualifications

• Possess, or be willing to apply for, a TEA Educational Aide Certificate (personal expense).
• Educational Aide certificate as established by the State Board for Educator Certification.
• 1. hold a high school diploma, the equivalent of a high school diploma, or higher;
• 2. have satisfied one of the following requirements: a) three creditable years of experience as educational aide I/II; b) 30 semester hours of college credit with focus on child growth/development; 3. experience with students/parents as approved by the superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Follow the directions of the supervisor.
• Preparing materials and displays as directed.
• Demonstrating acceptable written and verbal skills.
• Working with teacher and students cooperatively.
• Assisting the teacher in maintaining student discipline.
• Assisting with care and safety of students.
• Assisting with care of equipment and teaching materials.
• All other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Good people skills

Ability to work well with children

Ability to work well with all students

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Educational Aide Certificate

Job description

Midland Independent School District is seeking a Teacher Assistant for Life Skills at Henderson Elementary in Midland, TX. Immediate start to assist the classroom teacher with care and instruction of students in SPED Life Skills.

Responsibilities include following supervisor directions, preparing materials, supporting discipline and safety, and assisting with equipment and self-help needs. Requires TEA Educational Aide Certificate, high school diploma, and SPED experience.