Special Education Paraprofessional

Job Title: Instructional Aide - Special Education

Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt

Dept./School: Dodd Elementary

Primary Purpose:

Work under general supervision of teacher and administrator in assigned position as a classroom aide.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Valid Texas Paraprofessional Certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to work well with children and teachers

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to manage a classroom and assist in planning instruction

Experience:

One year experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• Assist teachers and students in use of appropriate educational resources.

• Works collaboratively with and follows directions of the supervising teacher.

• Demonstrates initiative in planning for the instructional needs of students

• Provides basic care to special needs student as directed by supervising teacher and principal

Student Management

• Manage student behavior.

• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

• Keep teacher and/or administrator informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.

• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.

• Maintain confidentiality.

• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Copier, personal computer, and audiovisual equipment.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.

Krum ISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.

In accordance with Title IX, the district does not discriminate on the basis of sex and is required not to discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities. The requirement not to discriminate extends to employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX may be referred to the district's Title IX coordinator, to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education, or both.

Inquiries about the application of Title IX and Title VII can be directed to Nancy Shipley, Asst. Superintendent (940) 435-7116, nancy.shipley@krumisd.net, or Section 504 Coordinator Terry Rahn, Director of Special Programs (940) 435-7117, terry.rahn@krumisd.net.