Wylie ISD (Tx) Wylie , TX 75098
Posted 4 weeks ago
Job Skills/Licenses
Primary Purpose:
Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in the educational setting. Assist with implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work well with children with disabilities
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Knowledge of general office equipment
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Instructional Support:
1.Assist teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
2.Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
3.Assist students at assigned work site with performing assigned job responsibilities.
4.As designated by the supervising teacher, appropriately fade support to students at work sites so that students perform assigned job responsibilities successfully and independently.
5.Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
6.Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
7.Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
8.Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
Student Management:
9.Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
Assist students with physical or behavioral disabilities according to their individualized needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning.
Other:
Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
Maintain confidentiality of student information.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Equipment Used:
Wheelchair lift, ramps, personal computer, copier, printer and audiovisual equipment.
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: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
Years Of Experience
Total years you've worked for WISD
Years you've worked as a paraprofessional for WISD
Years you've worked as a professional for WISD
Years you've worked as a professional in all districts
Total years you've worked in any district
Conditions of Employment
Skills Questionnaire
How many years of experience do you have working with the public or in a customer service environment?
How many years of experience do you have in maintaining data and physical files?
Have you ever worked with confidential information?
Rate your ability to work cooperatively with others:
Rate the importance of confidentiality of information:
Rate your comfort level in communicating with students and parents:
Rate your ability to follow oral and written instructions:
Rate the importance of attendance and punctuality:
General Questions
Date Available: (MM/DD/YYYY)
Position(s) applying for:
Type of employment (Full-time or Part-time):
Have you been employed by Wylie ISD in the past? If yes, please provide date(s) of employment.
Please list any language (other than English) that you can fluently read or speak. Please indicate by each language listed if you can read, speak or both.
Have you ever been convicted of, plead guilty or no contest (nolo contendre) to, or received probation, suspension, or deferred adjudication for a felony or any offense involving moral turpitude (including, but not limited to, theft, rape, murder, swindling, and indecency with a minor)? If yes, please state where. when, and the nature of the offense.
Are you related to a District Board Member? If so, please provide name and relationship.
Education/Certification Requirements
Education/Certification:
High School diploma or GED equivalent
Valid Texas instructional aide certificate
Experience:
Some experience in instruction or training preferred
Benefits
For information, please visit our benefits website at http://wylieisd.schoolwires.net/Page/1567
Attachments
Cover Letter
Resume
Reference Letter
Transcripts
Certificate
References
General Reference: 0 of 5 external references required.
Wylie ISD (Tx)