Special Education 1:1 Essential Academic Aide

Primary Purpose:

Assist in the instruction and support of students in an Essential Academics classroom. Responsibilities  include helping students with daily living tasks, social and communication skills, classroom activities, and  behavior support under the direction of a certified teacher. Provide one-on-one or small-group assistance, ensure a safe and structured learning environment, and assist with documentation and data collection related to student progress and behavior. Collaborate with the teaching team to promote student independence and participation in both academic and functional routines. 

*Our Districts staffing plan prioritizes placing Essential Academic Paraprofessionals to campuses with the highest student needs.*

Qualifications: 

Education/Certification: 

  **Must apply for TEA Educational Aide Certification** 

  High school diploma or GED 

  Associate Degree, two years of study (48 college hours) at an institute of higher learning, or meet formal academic assessment

Special Knowledge/Skills: 

  Effective communication and interpersonal skills 

  Ability to work well with children with special needs 

  General knowledge of office equipment and other assistive technologies 

  De-escalation experience 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: 

1.  Assist the teacher in preparing instructional material and classroom displays. 

2.  Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.  

3.  Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher. 

4.  Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers. 

5.  Assist the teacher in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports. 

6.  Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students. 

7.  Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy. 

8.  Assist in supervising students throughout the school day. 

9.  Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom. 

10. Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment. 

11. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events. 

12. Responsible for learning and adapting to each student's medical, physical, communicative and emotional needs. 

13. Toileting, grooming, self-care assistance. 

14. Regular exposure to noise. 

15. Report to work on time every day. 

16. Perform additional duties and accept other responsibilities as may be assigned. 

Technology Requirements: 

  Uses copier, calculator, PC, mainframe, printer, fax machine, and/or any new 

  Technology equipment and device as acquired by the district 

Working Conditions: 

Mental Demands: 

  Strong verbal and written communication skills 

  Maintains emotional composure in high-stress situations 

  Effective problem-solving and critical thinking abilities 

  Demonstrates collaboration and teamwork with colleagues 

  Capable of managing multiple tasks and projects within deadlines 

Physical Demands and Environmental Factors: 

  Ability to lift, carry, and transport instructional materials and supplies as needed for staff  development and classroom support 

  Ability to safely de-escalate student behaviors using approved intervention techniques 

  Moderate standing, stooping, bending and lifting. Able to lift more than 40lbs. Ability to provide  physical care assigned for student(s). Ability to perform physical restraint as needed following  correct procedures. 

  Other: Able to work outdoors in inclement weather  (rain, cold, extreme heat, etc.) 

  Other duties as assigned 

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of paraprofessional personnel.

SEE ATTACHMENT FOR ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION
  

While all applications will be reviewed, not all applicants will be interviewed.

Seguin Independent School District does not to discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital or veteran status, disability (or relationship or association with an individual with a disability), genetic information or other legally protected status in its programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.