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$16.58

Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Alternative Education Placement Asst. Short Term

AMARILLO ISD

Occupation:

Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education

Location:

Amarillo, TX - 79107

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift

Posted:

09/15/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

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Web Site:

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Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

09/18/2026

Expires:

11/13/2026

Job #: 17069367

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience

12 Month(s) Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Shift

Day Shift Public Transit

Available Help for .

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Supervise students assigned to Alternative Educational Placement for disciplinary reasons while providing behavioral and academic support. Maintain a highly structured and orderly environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Certification:

High School Diploma & meet the District's formal academic assessment required by Every Student Succeeds Act Associates (or higher) degree OR 48 college credit hours Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate Meet the rigorous standard of quality required by the district

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Work with students who have difficulty with academics, behavior, and social skills Possess sufficient education to have basic skills in reading, writing and math Follow written and/or oral directions and to exercise good judgment Effective verbal and written communication skills with students, parents and school personnel Certified in Handle with Care (training provided by District) Maintain professional demeanor under stress

Work Conditions:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture:

Sitting, standing, kneeling, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

Full range of motion- walking, mild running including student restraint

Lifting:

Lifting and carrying up to 75 pounds including student restraint

Environment:

Ability to respond to tasks and/or behaviors quickly; acute or corrected vision and hearing Regular attendance is an essential function

Minimum Experience:

Two years' experience working with secondary school age students and parents- preferred. This experience may be work in church-related school, day camps, youth groups, and private schools, or similar experiences.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Supervise students assigned to AEP at all times.

Work closely with classroom teacher(s) in the areas of English /Language Arts; Mathematics; Science; History; and Self-discipline to create and maintain an orderly and highly structured classroom.

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

Provide on-going academic and behavioral support to students.

Provide individual supervision/assistance in assuring that school work sent from the campus is completed and returned to the appropriate teacher.

Reinforce appropriate school behaviors which will help the student to be successful.

Communicate frequently with principal, assistant principal, and/or teacher regarding problems and progress of students who are assigned to AEP. Particular attention will be paid to repeat offenders.

Maintain a written log of students assigned to AEP which will include but not be limited to reason for assignment to AEP and length of time assigned.

Ensure student safety of those assigned to Short Term AEP.

Intervene physically using approved Handle with Care techniques when necessary to prevent student injury to self or others.

Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations, and Individual Education Plans (IEP).

Facilitate relationships between co-workers, supervisors, students and parents.

Distribute, collect, and check student assignments for accuracy.

Maintain student files.

Maintain confidentiality.

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Abide by State and Federal laws, District policies, campus expectations and Texas Educator Code of Ethics.

Perform such other tasks & assume such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$16.58 Per Hour

Job Requirements

Contact Information

Jeff Schenck , Assistant Principal

NORTH HEIGHTS ALTERNATIVE SCH

Phone:

806-326-2854

Email:

jeffery.schenck@amaisd.org