Structured Autism SPED Aide - Student Care & Instruction

LEONARD ELEMENTARY; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Katy ISD Leonard Elementary in Katy, Texas seeks a SPED Aide to perform clerical, instructional and student-care duties as assigned. Starting date is immediate; 187 duty days; non-exempt, IS04 pay grade.

The role requires ParaPro score or college hours, Texas Educational Aide II certificate, ability to work with children with disabilities, and CPI certification preferred; prior experience with IEPs and data collection is valued.

Qualifications

• College hours for Title I campus: 48 minimum or score 464 on the ParaPro test.
• College hours 15 or a high school diploma or GED with a passing score of 464 on the ParaPro test for non-Title I campus.
• Valid Texas Educational Aide II certificate.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instruction.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of general office equipment.
• Valid CPI certification preferred (can be obtained after employment).

Responsibilities

• Adhere to federal, state and local policies and procedures related to special education aides.
• Participate in planned in-services and professional growth activities.
• Assist in carrying out the instructional program.
• Assist in maintaining student records, audit folders and data collection.
• Assist in preparation, use and maintenance of instructional materials and equipment.
• Assist with teacher-planned activities, exercises and drills.
• Assist when needed in helping students in self care activities such as feeding and toileting.
• Assist in implementing the therapy programs which may require lifting and positioning.
• Attend professional meetings as required.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Physically prompt students through instruction which may require lifting and positioning.
• Other SHARS Duties as assigned.
• Provide Personal Care as identified in applicable student IEPs.

Skills

Communicate effectively

Work with children with disabilities

Follow verbal and written instruction

General office equipment

CPI training (preferred)

Education

Title I/Title I campus qualifications: 48 college hours or ParaPro 464

High school diploma or GED + ParaPro 464

Texas Educational Aide II certificate

Job description

Katy ISD Leonard Elementary in Katy, Texas seeks a SPED Aide to perform clerical, instructional and student-care duties as assigned. Starting date is immediate; 187 duty days; non-exempt, IS04 pay grade.

The role requires ParaPro score or college hours, Texas Educational Aide II certificate, ability to work with children with disabilities, and CPI certification preferred; prior experience with IEPs and data collection is valued.