Secondary - 2026-27 Classroom Assistant High School Special Ed - Alt Curriculum
2026-27 Classroom Assistant High School Special Ed - Alt Curriculum
Secondary
Support Hourly - Position - Classroom Assistant Special Ed - High School
Grades • 9-12
Job Number • 0000763959
Start Date • Open Date: 02012026
Closing Date • 05302027
FEDERALLY FUNDED
The salary for this position may be funded through federal grants. As a federally funded role it is considered supplemental and contingent upon the continued availability of federal funding.
ROLE & PURPOSE
To assist in the implementation of the instructional program inclusive of academic, social-emotional, and functional supports for each student served via Special Education in specialized programs such as:
• Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) • Alternate Curriculum (AC) • Individuals with Severe and Profound Disabilities (ISPD)
QUALIFICATION
• Education: High School Diploma • Certification: Not specified
EXPERIENCE
• School-based experience preferred • Valid drivers license preferred
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES
I. INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT
• Take initiative to assist the teacher and other colleagues with classroom instruction and management activities, including: • One-to-one and small group instruction • Classroom organization • Transitions • Routines • Behavior shaping • Communication • Assistive technology • Provide and appropriately document assistance to students requiring health-related services and supports, such as: • Transitioning • Feeding • Toileting • Hygiene • Other health-related needs • While maintaining student dignity and safety • Deliver teacher-determined support and services in assigned instructional setting or class • Perform designated data keeping and/or instructional preparation tasks • Supervise and instruct students in the absence of the teacher during: • Admission Review and Dismissal (ARD) meetings • Staffings • Conferences • Supervise students during bus duty, building, playground duty, lunch duty, and co-curricular activities
II. SCHOOLORGANIZATIONAL CLIMATE
• Work cooperatively with principal, special education department team, special education teachers, therapists, and regular education teachers to ensure the success and safety of the students • Participate in specialized training to improve skills needed to successfully complete responsibilities for the specialized program assigned • Consult with the teacher and principal on all general administration items, including personnel policies
III. SCHOOLORGANIZATIONAL IMPROVEMENT
• Follow an established schedule provided by the teacher and approved by the principal • Work under the direction of the teacher responsible for the instructional block of time • Engage with students in a professional, composed, and purposeful manner, utilizing effective communication to support instruction, reinforce positive behaviors, and promote skill development
IV. ADMINISTRATION & FISCAL
• Operate copy and laminating machines, computer, and audio-visual equipment • Maintain classroom organization and cleanliness • Take initiative to organize, store, and/or prepare student learning and instructional materials • Utilize scheduling and time management techniques to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position
V. STUDENT MANAGEMENT
• Support the teacher in implementing social-emotional, academic, and functional interventions focused on positive behavior strategies • Assist in teaching replacement behaviors through the use of reinforcement, appropriate consequences, visual supports, and structured systems that promote student learning and success • Assist the teacher in managing student behaviors involving physical aggression by: • Supporting relationship-building efforts • Implementing de-escalation strategies • Applying safe and approved physical restraint procedures in accordance with district guidelines • Assist the teacher in safe lifting and transfer procedures for students
SHARS & MAC
• Participate in the districts Medicaid initiatives • Arlington ISD participates in the School Health and Related Services (SHARS) and Medicaid Administrative Contractor (MAC) programs, which allows the district to request Medicaid reimbursement for certain health-related services provided • The ARDIEP committee determines SHARS services • SHARS Providers: • Train • Provide • Document billable SHARS • Direct medical services provided to students with SHARS services ordered in their Individualized Education Program (IEP) • If selected, participate in Random Moment in Time Study (RMTS) • Directly support the provision of services covered under the Texas Medicaid State Plan, providing or supervising direct medical services, such as: • Personal care • Medical care • Escorting • Feeding of students as stated in the IEP
SCHOOLCOMMUNITY RELATIONS
• Assist with community learning experiences, field trips, and necessary interpretation if appropriate • Maintain confidentiality of student information, disabilities, and services
PROFESSIONAL GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
• Engage in ongoing professional development aligned with the needs of students with disabilities and the specific responsibilities of the designated specialized support roles • Attend scheduled staff and in-service meetings • Stay abreast of current research in the field of education • Attend required conferences and training
OTHER DUTIES
• Any other responsibilities as designated by the supervisor, Campus Principal, and/or Director of Special Education
WORKING CONDITIONS
• Mental Demands: • Work with frequent interruptions • Maintain emotional control under stress • Physical Demands: • Moderate standing • Occasional kneeling • Squatting • Bending • Stooping • Environmental Factors: • Tools and equipment used • Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals • Standard instructional equipment • Moderate walking • Lifting (up to 50 pounds) • Duty Days • 183 • Additional Job Information: • FEDERALLY FUNDED • The salary for this position may be funded through federal grants • As a federally funded role, it is considered supplemental and contingent upon the continued availability of federal funding • This position receives a .50hr skills differential • This is a pooled position • It is open year-round, even if no current openings exist