Student Support Aide — Special Education

Joshua ISD; Joshua (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

The Joshua Independent School District is seeking a dedicated Educational Aide to support a special education classroom, help implement programs, and maintain a safe, orderly learning environment.

You will assist in preparing instructional materials, supervise students, and help with daily routines such as feeding, personal hygiene, and mobility tasks, under the supervision of a certified teacher.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's degree or two years of college or No Child Left Behind assessment completed.
• Educational Aide Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist students with physical disabilities including transferring to/from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning.
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care including feeding, bathroom needs, and hygiene.
• Help manage behavior of students and intervene in crises.
• Adapt to each student's medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Work with students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises.
• Supervise students inside and outside the classroom including lunchroom, bus, and playground duties.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development and meetings.

Skills

Ability to work with children with dis

Follow verbal and written instructions

Communicate effectively

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree / No Child Left Behind assessment met

Educational Aide Certification

Job description

The Joshua Independent School District is seeking a dedicated Educational Aide to support a special education classroom, help implement programs, and maintain a safe, orderly learning environment.

You will assist in preparing instructional materials, supervise students, and help with daily routines such as feeding, personal hygiene, and mobility tasks, under the supervision of a certified teacher.