Special education director Jobs in Corpus Christi, TX

Exemption Status / Test : Nonexempt

Reports to : Principal and teacher(s)

Primary Purpose :

Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. 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.

Qualifications :

Education / Certification :

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning

• or TOPS TRAINING

Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience :

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties :

Instructional Support :

Student Management

Other

Supervisory Responsibilities :

None.

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :

Tools / Equipment Used : Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students

Posture : Frequent standing; kneeling / squatting, bending / stooping, pushing / pulling, and twisting

Motion : Frequent walking and reaching

Lifting : Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning or students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment

Environment : Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases)

Mental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.