Special Education LIFE Aide (25-26 SY) - Townsell ES

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

SPECIAL EDUCATION AIDE LEARNING

IN A FUNCTIONAL ENVIRONMENT (LIFE)

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE : Special Education Aide

WAGE / HOUR STATUS : Nonexempt

FUNDING SOURCE : Local or Federal

REPORTS TO : Principal

PAY GRADE : 035 (187 Days)

DEPARTMENT : Assigned Campus

DATE REVISED : May 2021

This position is eligible for a Letter of Reasonable Assurance

PRIMARY PURPOSE : Assist the special education teacher to provide for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities. Assist in the implementation of classroom programs, personal care needs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction. Work under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Minimum Education / Certification :

Educational Aide I Paraprofessional Certificate

High School Diploma or GED

Special Knowledge / Skills :

• Ability to work well with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

Minimum Experience :

Experience working with children / students, parents, or persons with disabilities

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :

EQUIPMENT USED :

Copier, facsimile, computer / peripherals, adaptive equipment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSBILITIES :

None

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors : Maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem-solving skill while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision-making. May be required to lift or transfer students to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning students with physical disabilities

Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision-making Possible exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling

Occasional irregular hours.

Safety : Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.