Elementary School: Aide Special Education Succeeding in Academic and Independent Living Skills [...]

Job Overview The Aide Special Education SAILS will provide direct support/services to students with disabilities in a variety of educational settings in order to access the curriculum in the student's least restrictive environment. The incumbent will assist teacher and staff in performing a variety of tasks by implementing and/or documenting the students' Individualized Education Plan, including academics, behavior, communication, social, and personal care skills. This incumbent will maintain an environment that is safe and engaging for all students. The Succeeding in Academic and Independent Living Skills (SAILS) program generally serves students with cognitive disabilities who require a curriculum focusing on (1) academic instruction based on prerequisite skills aligned to grade level TEKS, (2) communication and social skills, (3) independent living skills, and (4) job readiness and self‑determination skills. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Service Delivery Interact with students in a variety of settings to ensure student safety and engagement (e.g., hallways, classroom, restroom, playground, arrival and departure). Assist with classroom management by maintaining alert attention regarding supervision of students at all times in a variety of settings. Execute behavioral strategies as identified by the teacher based upon ARD documents (e.g., reinforcements, consequences, contingencies). Intervene using a continuum of behavior intervention strategies, up to and including approved physical restraint when a student is in danger of harming self or others. Implement academic and functional lessons under the guidance and direction of the teacher in a variety of settings (e.g., large group, small group, or independent practice). Assist students with personal care services (e.g., feeding, cleaning, dressing, lifting, positioning, transitioning, toileting, and changing) – may be more than 50% of the work day. Compliance Record implementation of support and services on approved logs (e.g., inclusive support logs, accommodation logs). Routinely collect data on IEP targets and behavior (skills development and mastery) in collaboration with the teacher. Maintain confidentiality of student information. Teacher Support Prepare instructional materials under the guidance and direction of the teacher. Supervisory Responsibilities None. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions. Minimum of 48 college hours or passing score on the Para Professional Assessment of Knowledge and Skills Test. Texas Educational Aide Certification preferred or required once hired. De‑Escalation / Restraint Certification preferred or required once hired (district‑provided training). Proficiency in using Windows Operating System as well as Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas both verbally and in writing. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms. The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting or carrying work‑related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress. Additional information: The employee may be required to work outside up to 25% of the time and will be exposed to the elements and inclement weather. The position requires lifting and positioning students, controlling certain behaviors through hands‑on behavior intervention strategies and approved physical restraint strategies. Paraprofessionals are expected to intervene with students' behavior, which can include aggression, self‑injurious, disruptive, and self‑stimulatory behaviors. May be required to lift up to an adult‑sized student using a 2‑man lift for personal care needs. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties, as well as potential exposure to bodily fluids and frequent childhood, pre‑teen, and teen illnesses. This position is funded by grant funds and may be discontinued if grant funds are no longer available. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fort Bend Independent School District