Position Type: Support Staff/Instructional Aide Special Education Date Posted: 2/5/2025 Location: Marcell Elementary Closing Date: Until Filled   Additional Information: Show/Hide IF YOU ARE A CURRENT MISSION CISD EMPLOYEE, PLEASE SUBMIT A COMPLETE TRANSFER FORM AND RESUME VIA THE INTERNAL APPLICANTS' LINK 2024-2025 VACANCY Special Education Inclusion / Resource Instructional Aide JOB DESCRIPTION REPORTS TO: Principal, Executive Director for Special Education and Section 504, Sp Ed Instructional Supv., Assigned Teacher APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled LENGTH OF WORK YEAR: 187 DATE REVISED: 07/23/2020 WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Non-Exempt >HOURLY RANGE: $14.25 - $19.47 Minimum - Maximum PAY GRADE: IS-01 PRIMARY PURPOSE: Help meet physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside classroom. Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP), including self-help, assessment management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification: * High school diploma or GED certificate * Meet state certification requirements * Minimum 48 college hours Special Knowledge/Skills: * Demonstrated interest in and aptitude for the work to be performed * Work well with students with disabilities * Ability to communicate effectively * Follow written and verbal directives MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: * Prepare for classroom activities under the direction of the Special Education teacher. * Work with small groups of handicapped students to reinforce materials initially introduced by the teacher and assist students who need special attention. * Guide independent study, enrichment work and remedial work planned by the teacher for handicapped students. * Arrange audiovisual equipment and assist with classroom experiments, demonstrations, etc. * Check notebooks, correct papers and supervise testing and make-up work. * Assist in remedial drill work, reading and storytelling. * Assist small groups of handicapped students in the learning resources centers. * Keep records of student performance and progress in reading, language development, math or other skills and assist in program evaluation. * Prepare visual aids and bulletin board displays for the teacher. * Locate reference or teaching materials. * Organize, prepare and distribute school and classroom supplies. * Participate in inservice training program. * Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy. * Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or others. * Perform other work-related duties as assigned by Special Education teacher. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None EQUIPMENT USED: Wheelchairs, wheelchair lifts, use of bus ramps. WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)] Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours In Pre-K classrooms as well as special needs of students, staff aides will address personal/hygiene needs of students such as assistance in toileting, washing of hands, changing of clothing when soiled, etc. FOR INSTRUCTION OUTSIDE A TYPICAL CLASSROOM SETTING (e.g. P.E. Teachers, Fine Arts Instructors, Shop Instructors, etc.) the following physical requirements must be addressed: * Constant walking, standing, and movement to ensure safety and well-being of students in large open areas such as playgrounds, gyms, football fields, shop areas, etc. * Physical activity, modeling, and directing instruction in front of large group setting of students in order to define/model expected and appropriate behaviors * Lifting, carrying, or pulling of instructional equipment such as balls, instruments, cases, tools, etc. which are necessary to the instructional delivery of the lesson * Exposure to various climate settings and temperatures relative to classroom instruction within/outside school building/facility 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 skills that may be required. I acknowledge I received a copy of this job description. Employee's Signature: Date Supervisor's Signature: Date The Mission Consolidated Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. JD 4.112 >Updated Salary 24-25