Overview
Assist, support, and collaborate closely with classroom staff to create and maintain a positive and engaging learning environment for children in a Special Education High School setting. Responsibilities include helping implement individualized education plans (IEPs), supporting children’s developmental needs, assisting with classroom activities, and ensuring a safe, inclusive, and nurturing space that promotes growth and learning for all students.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the planning and implementation of educational activities and instruction.
- Follow directives by the teacher and be responsible for the supervision of the student(s).
- Effectively participate in meetings, committees, staffings, etc. required for the classroom, building and district.
- Direct, assist and instruct student(s) as appropriate in a school setting, or community based instruction (CBI).
- Supplement the instruction by assisting teachers with individual or small groups of students.
- Manage and instruct students on appropriate behavior using positive behavior support (PBS) per the HSISD BOE Policy.
- Assist teachers in maintaining effective communication and relationships with students, parents, administrators, school personnel, and agency representatives.
- Assist students in meeting self help, health and behavior needs including toileting and personal care.
- Participate in special instructional activities to meet and student goals (i.e. loading/unloading buses, physical education, playground supervision, CBI’s, transitioning to adult living, therapeutic activities, etc.)
- Understand and be aware of medical needs of students, follow medical protocols as directed by licensed healthcare providers.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of student information (FERPA/HIPPA).
- Understand, comply and submit Medicaid billing procedures.
- Follow established district policies/procedures regarding student medical concerns, safety, student rights, emergency/disaster plans.
- Knowledge of behavioral de-escalation and physical management and seclusion techniques. Training will be provided.
- Knowledge of state guidance regarding physical restraint and seclusion. CPI training is provided.
- Regular and predictable in-person attendance is an essential job function.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience working with young adults with disabilities, preferred.
If you are looking to make a positive impact on students lives, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Send resume or questions to brad.geesaman@hsisd.org
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.90 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Special education school
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person