About this opportunity
BRENHAM ISD lists this In-Class Support Paraprofessional opportunity in brenham, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
In-Class Support Paraprofessional
Assist teachers in providing students with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth; enable students to develop competencies and skills to function successfully in society.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate
Ability to work with children with special needs
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Knowledge of classroom technology
Willing to be trained in Crisis Prevention Intervention Strategies
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Support
Help teachers prepare instructional materials and classroom displays
Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom
Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment
Help teachers keep behavioral records
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
Student Management
Provide direct support to students in a classroom by delivering instruction and ensuring learning through a variety of co-teaching models and strategies
Provide and supervise personal care and medical care
Works with students with disabilities in all educational settings individually and/or groups to provide instructional support
Implements the instructional plan as developed with the classroom teacher as it pertains to the core curriculum
Monitors and adjusts the instructional plan based on student needs
Conveys knowledge that is accurate and current
Implements strategies and accommodations as developed with the classroom teacher as it pertains to the student's Individual Education Program, Emergency Health Plans monitoring student safety in various educational settings
Maintain a log/schedule providing support to students with disabilities within the inclusive, resource and self-contained classrooms
Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom
Performs non-complex health procedures, implements Individual Health Plans as applicable, attends necessary non-complex health training as prescribed by Board Policy and state law
Lifting and positions of students as applicable
Implements strategies that reinforce positive student behavior
Works closely with the classroom teacher to implement effective behavior supports and behavior plans as applicable
Positively interact when the student is inappropriate to redirect to attention on task
Assists students in using computer applications and related assistive technology
Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students
Other:
Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned
Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations
Adhere to the district's safety policies and procedures
Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business
Must be able to perform the essential functions of walking and interacting with students and/or district employees in the specific worksite assignment
Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
Perform other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities: None.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands Reading, ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress; coordinate district-wide curriculum functions; interpret policy, procedures, and data; follow behavior intervention plans and procedures.
Physical Demands Frequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling, pushing; reaching; moving small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment; repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer terminal possible; occasional district-wide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; possible biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus; frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds or over) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting non-ambulatory students and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment; exposure to the sun, heat, cold and inclement weather; exposure to noise.
Worksite address
brenham, TX, 77633, US
Who can apply
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