Job Title: Aide – Special Education
Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt At-Will Reports To: Principal & Teachers Assigned Pay Grade: Days 20-18-7 Dept: School Assigned Campus: Date Revised June 2017 Primary Purpose: Assist Special Education teacher in implementing student IEP&rsquos. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.
Qualifications: Education: Certification: Associate&rsquos degree or two years of study 60 college hours at an institute of higher learning or Paraprofessional Institute Certificate Valid Texas educational aide certificate
Special Knowledge, Skills, Ability: willingness to work with children with disabilities Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to communicate effectively with adults and children Ability to remain calm in stressful situations Ability to adapt to changes in routine and needs of students Ability to assist in instructing reading writing and mathematics Ability to use basic job-related equipment computer projector copier scanner etc. Ability to work with and effectively communicate with diverse groups Experience: Some experience working with children
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Implement and progress monitor student IEP&rsquos under the direction of the Special Education teacher. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials. Help maintain a neat and orderly learning environment. Help with inventory care and maintenance of equipment. Collect data daily keep administrative records and prepare required reports under the direction of the Special Education teacher. Assist students with physical needs including transferring to and from wheelchairs lifting or positioning under the direction of the Special Education teacher. Assist students with personal care needs including feeding bathroom needs and personal hygiene under the direction of the Special Education teacher. Manage student behavior to include implementation of behavior intervention plans and research-based behavioral interventions as directed by the Special Education teacher. Under the supervision of a certified teacher or campus administrator intervene in crisis situations and physically restrain students within District approved procedures as necessary for staff and student safety. Establish and maintain appropriate communication and professional relationships with parents, students, colleagues, and community members. Assist in supervising special education students throughout the school day inside and outside the classroom. This may include cafeteria, bus, and recreational areas. Maintain confidentiality to comply with FERPA regulations. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned. Perform other duties related to Special Education as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Equipment Used: Patient lift Ramp Copier Computer Audiovisual equipment and specialized equipment or materials necessary to support student IEP&rsquos.
Working Conditions: Mental Demands: Physical Demands: Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Regular heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.
Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to modify or delete any aspect of this job or the position itself at any time as it deems advisable.
Non-Discrimination Statement:
The Waco Independent School District is an equal opportunity educational provider and employer who does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, or non-proficiency in English language skills in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment matters. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and school board policy not to discriminate in such a manner.
For information about your rights or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title IX, please email titleixcoordinatorwacoisd.org or contact Waco ISD Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources at 254-755-9410 or Assistant Superintendent for Student Services and Support at 254-755-9417. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title VI and Title VII as amended, contact the Waco ISD Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources at 254-755-9410. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, contact Waco ISD Special Education Executive Director at 254-755-9569 or write to P.O. Box 27 Waco, TX 76703.