2024-2025 Special Education Assistant (Reg. Inclusion) Pool

Harlandale Independent School District - San Antonio, TX

Full-time

San Antonio, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The Special Education Assistant (Inclusion Assistant) plays a crucial role in supporting students with disabilities by addressing their physical and instructional needs both inside and outside the classroom. This position involves assisting with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and providing necessary support in personal care, behavior management, and instructional activities under the supervision of a principal and certified teachers.

Responsibilities

• Help meet the individual needs of student(s) including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting and positioning; interpreting instructions; and assisting with physical needs and personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Help manage the behavior of assigned student(s), including intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous students as needed.
• Recognize differences in student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly.
• Work with assigned student(s) or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
• Assist assigned students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep the teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned student(s).
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in professional development programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned by the campus principal or designee.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• Formal academic assessment (TOPP Region 20 Assessment, 70%), associate's degree, or two years of study (48 hours) at an institution of higher learning.
• Meet criteria to obtain a valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Experience working with children.