Special Education - 2026-27 Classroom Assistant
Special Education - Community Based Transition 2026-27 Classroom Assistant Special Education - Community Based Transition Special Education SupportHourly - Position - Classroom Assistant Special Ed - District Job Number 0000763990 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 students with disabilities receiving specialized services such as 18 PLUSS.
QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION CERTIFICATION High School Diploma EXPERIENCESchool-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 but not limited to:
Provide and appropriately document assistance to students requiring health related services and supports such as:
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:
II. SCHOOLORGANIZATIONAL CLIMATE
Work cooperatively with assigned special education coordinator, 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 - with the supervisors approval the teacher of the program is responsible for formulating the schedule of the assistants. The assistant then works under the direction of the teacher responsible for the instructional block of time.
Interact with students professionally calmly and intentionally using language for teaching, communicating effectively, and behavior shaping.
IV. ADMINISTRATION & FISCALFACILITIES MANAGEMENT
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 in order to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
V. STUDENT MANAGEMENT
Assist teacher in implementing social emotional, academic, functional, and positively based interventions for teaching replacement behaviors including:
Assist the teacher in addressing physical aggression including:
Assist the teacher in safe lifting and transfer procedures for students
SHARS MAC RMTS
Participate in the districts Medicaid initiatives. Arlington ISD participates in the School Health and Related Services (SHARS) and Medicaid Access and Coverage (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, and 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).
MAC Directly support the provision of services covered under the Texas Medicaid State Plan, provide or supervise direct medical services, such as:
VI. SCHOOLCOMMUNITY RELATIONS
Assist with community learning experiences, field trips, and necessary interpretation if appropriate.
Maintain confidentiality of student information, disabilities, and services.
VII. PROFESSIONAL GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
Attend scheduled staff and in-service meetings.
Participate in professional learning to support students with disabilities as specific to specialized service roles and responsibility.
Attend required conferences and training.
VIII. OTHER DUTIES
Any other responsibilities as designated by the Licensed Supervisor, Program Coordinator, and/or Director of Special Education.
IX. WORKING CONDITIONS
MENTAL DEMANDS PHYSICAL DEMANDS ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Tools Equipment Used Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals standard instructional equipment
Posture Moderate standing occasional kneeling squatting bending and stooping
Motion Moderate walking
Lifting While performing these duties, the employee may frequently be required to lift and/or move at least 50 pounds of materials or lift children from wheelchairs onto changing tables, etc.
Environment Work inside and outside exposure to sun heat cold and inclement weather exposure to noise
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 is a pooled position. It is open year-round, even if no current openings exist.
Pay Grade Educational Aide 2
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