PRIMARY PURPOSE

 

Assist the special education teacher in the preparation and management of a Life Skills classroom. Provide instructional and physical support to students with significant cognitive and developmental disabilities. Help maintain a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment while promoting student independence in academic, social, and functional life skills.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Educational Aide certificate or willingness to obtain

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Patience and interest in working with students with disabilities

• Ability to follow teacher directions and implement instructional strategies

• Knowledge of basic classroom procedures and child development

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work as part of a team

Preferred

• Experience working in a Life Skills or special education classroom

• Training in behavior intervention or CPI (or willingness to complete training)

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

 

Instructional Support

1. Assist in implementing IEP goals through daily instructional activities

2. Support students in academic tasks, communication practice, and life skills routines

3. Prepare materials and adapt resources as directed by the teacher

4. Monitor student progress and behavior; collect and document data as needed

5. Provide support with assistive technology, adaptive equipment, and mobility aids

    

Student Management

1. Support students with physical, behavioral, and emotional needs

2. Follow behavior intervention plans and assist with emotional regulation strategies

3. Supervise students during classroom transitions, lunch, restroom breaks, and other daily routines

4. Maintain confidentiality of student records and information

Other

1. Attend relevant trainings and staff meetings as required

2. Participate in safety drills, ARD meetings (if requested), and school functions

3. Follow all campus and district procedures, including emergency and safety protocols

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

None

 

MENTAL DEMANDS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

 

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard instructional and office equipment, mobility aids, adaptive devices
Posture: Frequent standing and walking; some bending, kneeling and lifting
Motion: Regular movement; frequent physical assistance or prompts to students
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); exposure to behavior challenges
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress and challenging student needs

 

 

EEOC Statement:
Blanco I.S.D. will not discriminate against any person in employment or exclude any person from participating in or receiving benefits of any of its activities or programs on any basis prohibited on the bases of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit based factor. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs.

 

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.