Special Education Aide

Special Education Aide Gateway Charter Academy - 1.7 Dallas, TX Job Details Full-time $30,000 - $40,000 a year 19 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount 403(b) Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications High school diploma or GED Working with children Working with students Full Job Description 2024-2025 Special Education Aide

JOB DESCRIPTION

Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education setting. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

preferred High school diploma or GED Valid Texas educational aide certificate (preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to step in as "the substitute "when the SPED teacher is not available. Ability to work with children with disabilities. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively. Knowledge of general office equipment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

: Instructional Support 1. Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays. 2. Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom. 3. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment and supplies. 4. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports. 5. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers. Student Management 6. Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs. 7. Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene. 8. Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed. 9. Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs. 10. Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher. 11. Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty. 12. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students. Other 13. Maintain confidentiality. 14. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Personal computer, copier, and audiovisual equipment.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

1 to 2 years of experience working with children.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$30,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Dallas, TX 75241: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person