Special Education One to One Aide

United Independent School District Department of Human Resources SPECIAL EDUCATION AIDE 1:1 (Self-Contained Unit, General Education) Campus Assignment Primary Purpose: Assist the special education teacher and/or general education teacher to provide for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a special education and/or general education setting. Assist in the implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, personal care, behavior management, and instruction, including distance learning or virtual instruction. Work under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a teacher. Educational Qualifications: High school diploma or GED Associates Degree and/or Bachelor's degree required OR Minimum of 48 college hours or more OR Must be a current active UISD Substitute Teacher that has successfully completed the Paraprofessional Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (PAKS) with at least one (1) year of service with the District Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate Two years of experience working with children Ability to work well with children with disabilities Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Knowledge of general office equipment Uses Wheelchair lift, ramps, personal computer, copier, and audio-visual equipment Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy.
2. Assist assigned student and/or students with physical disabilities according to their individualized needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning.
3. Assist assigned student and/or students with physical needs and personal care including feeding, bathroom needs, personal hygiene, and completing required personal care logs.
4. Assist in managing the behavior of assigned student and/or students and crisis intervention, including restraining disruptive or dangerous physical behavior as needed.
5. Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each assigned student and/or student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
6. Work with assigned student or small groups including the assigned student to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
7. Assist in supervising assigned student and/or students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus duty, and playground.
8. Assist with instructional and behavioral data collection and maintain required documentation as directed by the teacher.
9. Support inclusive practices by assisting students during transitions, general education classes, and schoolwide activities.
10. Implement positive behavior management supports and crisis interventions, adhering to student Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) and social skills strategies. Special Education Aide 1:1 (continued)
11. Support student usage of individual communication systems (verbal, visual, augmentative, or alternative communication devices).
12. Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of assigned student and/or students.
13. Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
14. Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom.
15. Work with other students as directed by the teacher when the assigned student is absent.
16. Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
17. Assist the teacher in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports
18. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
19. Maintain confidentiality.
20. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed.
21. Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing during regular business hours to confer with district personnel.
22. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job responsibility unless instructed to work from home by a supervisor.
23. Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy work environment. Distance Learning and Virtual Instruction Duties and Responsibilities In the event of a school closure in response to a disaster, flood, extreme weather condition, fuel curtailment, epidemic, pandemic or other calamity, the following duties and responsibilities will be added to the above listed Major Job Responsibilities and Duties, as directed by the Superintendent.
24. Usage of personal equipment, including but not limited to personal cellular phone, personal computer, and personal internet service when working from home during a District closure due to government or Board order or during an emergency affecting normal District operations.
25. Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives. Working Conditions: Reading; ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing; stooping; bending; kneeling; pushing and pulling; regular heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases. Distance Learning Working Conditions: Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer; use of and access to phone system; video/instructional equipment; and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting Motion: Repetitive computer work with frequent use of hands and wrists Environment: Work from inside home or location other than school building Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours Terms of Employment: Wage / Hour Status: Non Exempt Minimum Salary: $18,305 Pay Grade: 3A Minimum Work Days: 183 Months / Hours per Day: 10/7 Date Last Revised: 10/26 The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skill that may be required.