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Openings as of 4/11/2025

5260-Assistant Speech Language Pathology

JobID: 5260

Position Type:
  Central Office Admin/Pathologist


Date Posted:
  5/10/2024


Location:
  Special Education


Date Available:
  08/01/2024


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JOB TITLE: Assistant in Speech-Language Pathology                                             
DUTY DAYS:  187 or 190
PAY GRADE: T07 / T08
Salary Schedule: Click for Salary Schedule
 
PRIMARY PURPOSE: To help reduce or eliminate communication disorders that interfere with the individual student’s ability to derive benefit from the district’s education program.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification/Education:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university; AND
• Valid Texas license as an Assistant in  Speech Language Pathologist
 
 Special Knowledge/Skills/Experience      
• Ability to use the accepted tests and measurements to assess communication disorders and conditions
• Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders and conditions
• Ability to instruct and manage student behavior
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
    
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Work with SLP Supervisor to participate in Full and Individual Initial Evaluations as part of the multidisciplinary evaluation team to identify students who may be eligible for speech and language services.  
2. Work with SLP Supervisor to participate in re-evaluations of identified students in accordance with state and federal regulations.
3. Participate in the development of and implement Individual Educational Programs for students with speech impairments.
4. Participate in the creation of a high quality instructional speech and language program for the student.
5. Plan, schedule, and implement all direct and/or indirect services as written in the IEP.
6. Provide services in the inclusive setting and coordinate intervention with general education staff.
7. Plan and use appropriate instructional / learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect accommodations and/or modifications for individual needs of students assigned.
8. Under the direction of the SLP Supervisor, prepare for Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meetings by:
 
• Updating existing IEPs
• Completing present levels of academic and functional performance (PLAAFPs)
• Drafting accommodations and/or modifications for general education instruction
• Drafting new IEP goals and objectives to send home to parents for review
 
9. Schedule and conduct (if appropriate) annual ARD meetings for speech only students, as appropriate.
10. After the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meeting:
 
• Distribute IEP paperwork to all teachers who will be responsible for implementing accommodations and modifications for the speech only student
• Provide and utilize supplemental aids and services as determined by the ARD Committee
• Implement the student’s IEP
• Provide written evidence of student growth toward IEP goals and objectives by completing progress reports
 
11. Assist in the intervention process for students who are suspected of having a speech impairment.
12. Schedule and facilitate staffings of children served, as needed.
13. Provide parent training in the areas of speech and language, as needed.
14. Proactively seek parent support and input by communicating with them concerning the needs, problems, and progress of their child.
15. Take part in district inservice and public awareness presentations.
16. Attend and participate in inservice opportunities designed to enhance the skills of the special education staff.
17. Monitor and maintain student’s audit folders and other service related educational records.
18. Maintain confidentiality of student records and information discussing issues only with the educational team responsible for the student’s educational program.
19. Provide appropriate service coordination for children.
20. Participate in MAC Time Studies when selected.
21. Follow billing and reimbursement procedures for Medicaid.
22. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• None
 
WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Mental Demands:
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress; interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions; coordinate campus support functions
 
• Physical Demands/Environment Factors:
Regular district-wide travel to multiple work locations as assigned. Moderate lifting and carrying.  May be required to lift and transfer students to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning for students with physical disabilities. Frequent standing; stooping; bending; kneeling; pushing and pulling; possible heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; exposure to students who may display violent behavior
 




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Openings as of 4/11/2025

Districtwide Special Education Behavior Technician

JobID: 4170

Position Type:
  Central Office Support/Technician - Special Education


Date Posted:
  8/8/2023


Location:
  Special Education


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JOB TITLE: Districtwide Special Education Behavior Technician
DUTY DAYS: 185
PAY GRADE: N08
SALARY SCHEDULE:Click for Salary Schedule
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Primary Purpose: Provide individualized, high quality behavior support services to each child under the guidance of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and behavior specialist.

Education/Certification:
High school diploma or equivalent
30 credited college hours preferred
Registered Behavior Technician credential required (as demonstrated by inclusion on the RBT registry on the BACB website) within 180 days of hire date
Valid Texas driver’s license

Special knowledge/Skills:
Sensitive to working with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally, and economically diverse population of children
Ability to demonstrate creativity and a “think outside the box” attitude to provide support and achieve positive outcomes for all students and staff
Ability to demonstrate a high level of professionalism and reliability
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability and willingness to work through challenging behavior

Experience: Experience working with children with behavioral difficulties, particularly Autism and other Developmental Delays.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Complete accurate documentation of student specific behavior with data collection sheets or other methods.
2. Complete accurate documentation of the delivery of behavior support services.
3. Follow Behavior Analyst/Specialist guidance regarding time recommended per individual student.
4. Provide behavior support in accordance with students’ Behavior Intervention Plans.
5. Provide campus-based programming and support as directed.
6. Review and implement recommendations made by Behavior Specialists.
7. Communicate appropriately and effectively with staff as needed.
8. Understand and adhere to FERPA laws and regulations.
9. Provide training and support to staff in implementing Behavior Intervention Plans, documenting and monitoring progress in Behavioral IEP goals, implementing and monitoring progress in compliance and social skills, and modeling appropriate behavioral interventions to crisis behaviors.
10. Assist Behavior Specialists with preference assessments and functional analyses, conduct direct observations, collect data, summarize data, document training progress, and monitor the implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans.
11. Maintain RBT certification by attending supervision meetings, tracking supervision hours and renewing certification on an annual basis.
12. Maintain Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training program certification provided by the District upon hire.
13. Attend meetings and trainings as required.
14. Attendance at work is an essential function.
15. Other duties as assigned by supervisor or designee.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, and kneeling, pushing and pulling; regular heavy lifting of students, equipment, and materials. Reading, ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written), reason, understand verbal instructions, instruct; maintain emotional control under stress. Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds or over), reaching above shoulders, walking, use of fingers (record keeping, typing, writing, computer), standing, repeated bending, kneeling, crouching, specific visual requirements (activity sufficient for reading/writing and supervising students), specific hearing requirements (take verbal directions and listen to determine and respond to students’ needs), activity sufficient to monitor children's safety.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
The employee may be required to perform physical restraint as part of CPI training. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move materials and objects.
The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.




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Openings as of 4/11/2025

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

JobID: 5698

Position Type:
  Certified/Nurse


Date Posted:
  6/17/2024


Location:
  Special Education


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JOB TITLE: Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
DUTY DAYS:185
PAY GRADE:LO1
SALARY SCHEDULE: Click for Salary Schedule
 
Primary Purpose:
Support district school health  program and provide direct services to medically complex students, including tracheostomy care, enteral feedings, and other nursing services as needed for students in order to promote the optimum health of each student and to positively impact attendance and student achievement.   

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
 
•  High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Vocational Nurse license issued by the Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners with copy of current license on file in the Human Resources Department.
• Current Certification for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care (CPR and AED)
• Valid certification to conduct vision/hearing/spinal screening.

Special Knowledge/Skills:
• Practical working knowledge of nursing procedures, techniques, and practices
• Strong organizational, communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills and ability to quickly adapt to new software applications
• Ability to collaborate with outside medical providers to obtain physician orders
• Ability to work compatible with students, parents and staff
• Ability to accept supervision and direction from campus principal and/or Registered Nurse
• Willingness to attend workshops and training to acquire new skills as needed

Experience:
•  One to two years nursing experience with medically fragile or complex children preferred
•  Nursing experience with tracheostomy/ventilator care preferred
•  Nursing experience with school-aged children preferred
 
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Provide direct care utilizing physician orders, school health protocols and student specific care plans
2. Communicate changes in student health to the parent/guardian and treating physician
3. Administer prescribed medication and treatments to students, complying with the physician’s orders, parental consent, and in accordance with District policies and procedures
4. Document all care rendered in the electronic health record daily
5. In the absence of the RN, provide emergency care for the ill and injured, using first aid procedures and obtain necessary assistance in case of serious trauma and/or illness.
6. Advise the RN of any communicable diseases (exclusion and re-admission) so the RN can notify the health department on all reportable diseases.
7. Provide documentation and maintain current skills for CPR/AED and Vision/Hearing/Spinal screening.
8. Assist the RN with annual vision, hearing and spinal screening of students
9. Follow universal precautions and proper handling techniques of all potentially hazardous materials
10. Demonstrate integrity and ethics, and maintain absolute confidentiality
11. Maintain a positive, professional image in appearance, communication and interactions
12. Comply with federal, state, and District policies, as well as campus routines and regulations
13. Maintain nursing skill and knowledge base by complying with the State of Texas Board of Nurse Examiners requirements for Nursing Continuing Professional Development in your practice area
14. Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities assigned by the Executive Director of Special Education, principal or RN
15. If needed, triage and provide direct care for students with routine medical needs utilizing school health protocols and care plans provided by the school nurse (RN)
Students with tracheostomies or ventilator care:
• Assess and monitor respiratory status and overall student condition regularly
• Perform routine, as needed, and emergent tracheostomy care, including suctioning, cleaning, replacing, and ensuring patency of the tracheostomy tube
• Assess and manage the site for signs of infection, obstruction, or other complications       
 

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress; interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Frequent prolonged and irregular hours; Repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer; steady  phone interactions; moderate standing, walking, and bending.
 





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Openings as of 4/11/2025

5774- Special Education-Teacher of the Deaf

JobID: 5774

Position Type:
  Certified/SPED Teacher


Date Posted:
  6/26/2024


Location:
  Special Education


Date Available:
  08/01/2024


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Job Title: Teacher of the Deaf
Duty Days: 187
Pay Grade: T07-T08
Salary Schedule: Click for Salary Schedule
 
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
 
Assist Pasadena ISD and the Region 4 Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD) by providing students with specially designed instruction and instruction aligned to grade level standards based on students' individual education plans in general and/or special education settings.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
      Education/Certification
• TEA Teacher Certifiation requirements
• Bachelor's degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing certification
• Valid Texas Assessment of Sign Communication certification(Preferred)
• BEI or RID Interpreter Certification (Preferred)
      Special Knowledge / Skills
• Demonstrate knowledge of hearing loss and its impact on students' educational, social, and emotional development
• Demonstrate knowledge of the IEP process, including evaluations, multidisciplinary approaches, goal setting, and implementation
• Demonstrate general knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Demonstrate general knowledge of Universal Design of Learning principles and differentiated instruction
• Demonstrate knowledge general knowledge of assistive listening technologies as it relates to students who are deaf and hard of hearing
• Demonstrate ability to read and interpret evaluation  and assessment results (i.e. audio-grams, state assessments, etc.)
• Demonstrate effective collaboration and facilitation skills
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Collaborate with students, parents, campus, and district staff to provide  high-quality specially designed instruction for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
2. Implement an instructional or skill development program for assigned students and provide written evidence of preparation as necessary.
3. Plan and use appropriate instructional / learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect accommodations and/or modifications for individual needs of students assigned.
4. Collaborate with general education teachers to accommodate and /or modify general education curriculum as needed for maximum student participation.
5. Conduct formal and informal assessment and use results to inform instruction .
6. Prepare for Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meetings by.
 
              a. Updating existing IEPs
              b. Administering criterion-referenced or curriculum-based assessments according
                 to special education department procedures
              c. Completing present levels of academic and functional performance (PLAAFP)
              d. Drafting accommodations and/or modifications for general education instruction
              e. Drafting new IEP goals and objectives to send home to parents for review
              f. completing eligibility-specific paperwork, i.e. communication supplement, RDSPD supplement, etc.
 
      7.  Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meetings by:
              a .Attending as the teacher or the deaf representative
              b. Explaining and discussing the students' IEP goals and objectives, proposed
                 class schedule, accommodations and/or modifications, and supplemental aids
                 and services
              c. Providing information regarding state assessment performance and
                 recommendations 
             d. Collaborating on transition goals and activities as needed
 
      8. After the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meeting:
              a. Distribute IEP paperwork to all teachers who will be responsible for
                  implementing accommodations and modifications for the student
              b. Provide and utilize supplemental aids and services as determined by the ARD
                  Committee
              c.Implement the students' IEP
              d. Provide written evidence of student growth toward IEP goals and objectives
                  by completing progress reports
 
      9. Present subject matter according to guidelines established by the IEP.
    10. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media consistent with the needs
          and capabilities of each student assigned utilizing technology when appropriate.
    11. Create a classroom enviroment conducive to learning and appropriate to the
          physical, social and emotional development of students.
    12. Manage student behavior and administer discipline, including non-verbal crisis
          intervention and physical restraint of students according to IEP.
    13. Consult with general education teachers and other staff (i.e.paraprofessionals,
          audiologist, occupational and physical therapists, interpreters, etc.).
    14. Proactively seek parent support and input by: 
                a.Communicating with parents concerning the needs, problems, and progress of
                    their child
                b Assisting parents in contacting other community agencies which may provide
                   services for their child
                c. Documenting formal and significant informal parent / teacher conferences,
                    contact with other agencies, or professionals concerning individual students
                d. Contacting parents when problems arise with personal equipment
15. Troubleshoot and maintain auditory equipment, contacting the educational audiologist when problems arise, and train general education teachers regarding their use.
16. Maintain confidentiality of student records and information discussing issues only with the educational team responsible for the student’s educational program.
17. Attend all required district, campus, and Region 4 RDSPD meetings and trainings.
18. Comply with all Region 4 RDSPD, campus, and district policies.
19. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor / principal.
Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise assigned instructional paraprofessionals and assist in the supervision of assigned student teachers/ interns and/or volunteers
 
WORKING CONDITIONS:
       
Mental Demands:
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); ability to instruct; maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:
Frequent standing; stooping; bending; kneeling; pushing and pulling; possible heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; exposure to students who may display violent behavior
 
 
           
 
 




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5910- Special Education-Visually Impaired Teacher

JobID: 5910

Position Type:
  Certified/SPED Teacher


Date Posted:
  7/23/2024


Location:
  Special Education


Date Available:
  08/01/2024


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JOB TITLE: Special Education Teacher
DUTY DAYS: 187 Days
PAY GRADE: T07-T08
SALARY SCHEDULE: Click for Salary Schedule
 
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
 
Provide instruction in accordance with the Individual Education Plan to students identified under IDEA. Participate in the Child Centered Process as a member of the Multidisciplinary Team. Participate in the ARD/IEP process as the representative or committee member from special education instruction.
 
Qualifications:
 
Education/Certification:
• Bachelor's degree from accredited university
• Valid Texas teaching certificate with required endorsements for subject and level assigned
 
Special Knowledge/Skills:  
• Understanding of disabilities and instructional requirements specific to various disabilities
• Understanding of medical conditions and safety precautions specific to the condition
• Ability to create a classroom environment that is attractive and conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of the students
• Ability to guide students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior that conform to district policy and that encourage self-discipline and safety
• Knowledge of the learning styles of students and teaching to all modalities
• Knowledge of evaluation procedures to determine students' academic and social growth with a fair and impartial attitude, and keep appropriate records and prepare progress reports
• Willingness to be available to students, parents and staff for education-related purposes outside the instructional day
• Understand and support administrative decisions, guidelines, and instructions and assist in formulating campus and district policies when requested
• Reasoning ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and TEA policies
• Ability to read, analyze, interpret instructional materials
• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program, ability to plan and implement lessons based on objectives, needs and abilities of students to whom assigned
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents
• Skill in oral and written communication
• Organizational and time management skills to manage classroom behavior, routines, and procedures
• Ability to use technology such as computer, calculator, typewriter
  In some settings the teacher may be required to:
• Provide care of students with physical disabilities including feeding of specialized food or tube feeding, toiling, including diapering and catheterization, and specialized care needs such as suctioning and CPR
• Attend staff development designed for specific areas of instructional specialty
• This training may include but not be limited to: CPR, sign-language, catheterization, tube feeding, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Level System Training, In-Home and/or Parent Training, and Content Areas skills such as reading instruction
• Consult with related service and/or other support personnel such as Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist, Assistive Technology Teacher, Teacher of students with Visual or Auditory Impairments and incorporate activities as per the IEP into daily instruction. Lift or otherwise move students
• Physically restrain students using Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Techniques. Perform duties of in Home Trainer after school hours
• Position students using special equipment
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle helpful but not required
 
  
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: 
1. Plan and provide instruction to students identified as disabled under IDEA in accordance with the Individual Education Plan.
2. Interface with other service providers such as Speech Language Pathologists, counselors, and occupational and physical therapist to coordinate educational efforts.
3. Maintain accurate records and report data as requested including, but not limited to, assignment sheets, grade books, attendance records, report cards, and daily tracking charts.
4. Attend Admission, Review and Dismissal Committee meetings and prepare draft copies of goals and objectives and Behavior Management plans for presentation during the meeting.
5. Participate in the Child Centered Process as a member of the Multidisciplinary Team.
6. Complete Individual Educational Plan Assessments as a part of the Child Centered Process.
7. Evaluate student progress in accordance with guidelines established in the IEP.
8. Monitor special education students' progress in general education settings.
9. Maintain physical environment of the classroom for organizational and instructional purposes.
10. Develop and implement Behavior Management Plans.
11. Provide instructional and curricular modifications to meet academic, behavioral and physical needs of students with disabilities.
12. Teach TEA/district/Campus approved curriculum in accordance with IEP.
13. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated. Plan and implement a program of study that meets the individual needs, (as outlined by the ARD Committee in the Individual Education Plan), interests, and abilities of the students using challenging and varied interactive strategies.
14. Provide support to promote success for students assigned to and returning from alternative settings and include parents in planning.
15. Steer the learning process toward the achievement of individual goals and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects, etc. and communicate these objectives to students.
16. Maintain inventory of instructional aides, materials and textbooks in accordance with campus guidelines.
17. Maintain inventory of instructional aides, materials and textbooks from SERS and return in good condition upon request.
18. Initiate and encourage communication between the home and the school and interpret the school program and district policy to the community.
19. Assist in establishing a budget and ordering supplies in accordance with campus/district policy.
20. Assist in ordering supplies for SERS.
21. Follow district guidelines in collecting/receiving/and depositing funds.
22. Create a learner centered community by collaboratively identifying needs; plan and assess instruction using technology and other resources.
23. Assume responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of students and others under his/her supervision.
24. Help students with personal as well as academic problems.
25. Pursue personal and professional growth opportunities through staff development and/or institutions of higher learning and model professional standards and teaching excellence.
26. Administer Alternative Assessments as specified in ARD/IEP Report.
27. Interface with general education teachers to maintain student progress and knowledge of current curriculum.
28. Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or Director of Special Education.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
 
Mental Demands:
 
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress; interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions
 
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
 
Lifting and carrying more than 50 pounds. Moving and positioning students with severe physical disabilities. Sitting on floor to provide instruction and stimulation. Bending, climbing stairs, crouching, seeing, talking, reading, hearing, writing, and crawling. While performing the duties of job, the employee is constantly required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. Occasionally the employee must bend or twist at the neck more than the average person, push or lift more than 50 lb. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus. Occasionally the employee will repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times. Working in area with limited lighting/heat/air conditioning. The noise in the work environment is moderate to loud. The employee is frequently exposed to infection at a greater risk than the average person. The employee must be able to meet multiple demands from several people. The employee is frequently required to interact with other staff members and the public. Working in a nontraditional educational environment including homes. Working in potentially unsafe areas of town. Working in homes which may be clean and well maintained or oppressively filthy and infested with insects and rodents. Potential exposure to second hand smoke, domestic violence and infectious diseases through insects and rodents. 
 
 




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SpEd Aide Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD)

JobID: 6558

Position Type:
  Para - Instructional/Paraprofessional Instructional


Date Posted:
  3/26/2025


Location:
  Special Education


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Job Title: SpEd Aide Regional Day School Program for the Deaf (RDSPD)
 
Duty Days: 185
 
Pay Grade:  C03
 
STARTING Salary:  $ 126.62 / DAY 
 
 
 
Primary Purpose:
 
 
 
Assist the teacher of the deaf in providing high quality instruction for students who are deaf and hard of hearing in the general and special education settings.
 
 
 
Qualifications:
 
      Education/Certification
 
• High School diploma or General Education degree (GED) required
• Associate's degree, completion of 48 college credit hours, or have met the forma academic assessment required by the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) required
• Associate of Applied Science Degree in American Sign Language: Deaf Support specialist or hold a certification in Deaf Support Specialist preferred
 
      Special Knowledge / Skills
 
• Demonstrate knowledge of manual communication,e.g. American Sign Language, Signing Exact English, Conceptually Accurate Signed English, etc.
 
 
 
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
 
1. Work directly with students to facilitate communication between students who are deaf and hard of hearing and others
2. Work directly with students who are deaf and hard of hearing in reinforcing and monitoring skills previously introduced by the teacher of the deaf
3. Consistently utilize the students' designated modes of communication (e.g. listening and spoken language, simultaneous communication, manual communication, or some other preferred mode) and classroom assistive listening technologies
4. Collaborate with the teacher of the deaf regarding student progress on IEP goals and objectives through discussions and data collection
5. Assemble materials, programs, and/or equipment for students in order to support the provision of high quality instruction
6. Assist students with physical disabilities according to their individualized needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning if needed
7. Assist students with physical needs and personal care including feeding, toileting, and personal hygiene if needed
8. Assist in managing the behavior of students and crisis intervention, including restraining disruptive or dangerous physical behavior if needed
9. Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside of the classroom, including lunchroom, bus duty, and playground
10. Inform the teacher of the deaf of any special needs or problems of individual students
11. Assist in inventory care, and maintenance of equipment
12. Maintain integrity of student confidentiality
13. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers as needed
14. Participate in professional learning, faculty meetings, and special events as needed
15. Comply with all Region 4 RDSPD, campus, and district policies
16. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
 
    Equipment Used
 
   
 
     Use wheelchair lift, ramps, personal computer, copier, type and audiovisual
 
    equipment
 
 
 
Working Conditions:
 
    Mental Demands:
 
 
 
      Reading, ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain
 
      emotional control under stress
 
 
 
      Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:
 
 
 
Frequent standing, stooping, bending; kneeling; pushing and pulling; possible heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; exposure to
 
students who may display violent behavior
 
 
 
 





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Communication Facilitator Aide

JobID: 6559

Position Type:
  Para - Instructional/Paraprofessional Instructional


Date Posted:
  3/26/2025


Location:
  Special Education


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Job Title: Communication Facilitator Aide Sign Language
Duty Days: 185
Pay Grade: C03
STARTING Salary:  $ 126.62 / DAY 
 
Primary Purpose:
 
Serve as a communication facilitator of all communication between the auditorily impaired student, hearing peers, and the special education teachers in a variety of educational settings.
 
Qualifications:
       Education/Certification:
 
• High School diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certification
• Para-Pro Test (No Child Left Behind)/48 College Hours
 
       Special Knowledge/Skills:
 
• Willingness to participate in training programs and on-the-job training to meet educational and communication needs of  impaired students in special education classes and special vocational classes as needed
• Basic sign language skills required to assist auditorily impaired students in communicating with all persons in the special education setting
• Sufficient physical stamina to ensure the comfort and safety of handicapped students; sufficient sign language skills for position
 
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
 
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local Board Policy
• Serve as a communication facilitator in a variety of special education classes
• Provide a language rich experience including sign language, gestures, verbal communication, picture and icon systems to assist students in developing an independent communication system
• Inform the responsible teacher and appropriate staff of any problems that may occur in the classroom
• Work with mainstream teachers, as needed, in order to be better prepared for the classroom
• Assist with materials, classroom routines and organization as directed
• Help monitor student activities
• Assist with data collection and progress monitoring of skills
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
• Assist in managing the behavior of students and crisis intervention, including restraining disruptive or dangerous physical behavior as needed
• Assist teachers between assignments working with students as needed or performing clerical duties
• Maintain confidentiality
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned
 
       Equipment Used:
 
• Personal computer, copier, audio-visual equipment, closed captioning for the hearing impaired, amplification devices
 
Working Conditions:
 
      Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
 
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and basic Sign Language needed in special education settings; maintain emotional control under stress; reading; flexibility to work with an often-changing schedule, including campus changes
• Repetitive motion; travel between various campuses; biological expose to bacteria and communicable diseases; assist with lifting and transfers of handicapped students; lift moderate to heavy equipment
• Indoor temperature controlled office environment
 
 
 
 


 




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Special Ed District Wide Support Aide

JobID: 5193

Position Type:
  Para - Instructional/Paraprofessional Instructional


Date Posted:
  5/7/2024


Location:
  Special Education


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JOB TITLE: Special Ed District Wide Support Aide
 
DUTY DAYS: 185
 
PAY GRADE: C04
 
SALARY SCHEDULE: Click for Salary Schedule
 
 
 
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
 
 
 
To work under the supervision of the special education teacher and assist in the special education student's daily training program; the aide may possibly help with the feeding, lifting, and individualized care of special education students; the aide may assist with daily instructional and non-instructional activities, including student management
 
 
 
 
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
 
 
 
Education:
 
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate
• PAC Test (No Child Left Behind) / 48 College Hours
• Bilingual Test (if applicable)
 
 
 
Special Knowledge / Skills:
 
• Ability to work with special needs students
• Ability to work with students without direct supervision
• Ability to understand and implement requirements as stated in an Individualized Education Plan (I.E.P.)
• Ability to deal with students in a fair but firm manner
• Ability to restrain disruptive students
• Ability to work in a stressful situation
• Ability to maintain confidentiality issues
 
Experience:
 
• Previous work experience with children
 
 
 
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
 
 
 
1. Assist teacher in routine classroom management duties
2. Assist in preparing instructional materials
3. Assist in maintaining classroom environment and supplies
4. Assist students in homework preparation, test taking
5. Modify teacher's assignments, tests, and other instructional entities
6. Maintain records, files and other pertinent documents on each student
7. Communicate students' needs to faculty and staff
8. Assist in maintaining a safe environment for students, faculty, staff
9. Assist in implementing student's behavior management plan
10. Assist in the loading and unloading of the school buses
11. Participate in the activities involved with physical education classes
12. Assist with individual student's personal hygiene needs
13. Feed or assist students in feeding themselves
14. Lift, move, and position students in a variety of settings
15. Be aware of student's various medical concerns
16. Escort students to different locations in the building
17. Monitor students during various activities during the school day
18. Be able to work with any student as determined by the student’s I.E.P.
19. File various documents in students’ folders
20. Assist in orienting students to class schedule each semester
21. Obtain any necessary textbooks for different programs
22. Perform other duties as determined by the special education teacher or the principal
 
EQUIPMENT USED:
 
 
 
Copier, typewriter,computer,telephone,cooking utensils,various household appliances, computer based learning tools, DVD/VCR and TV, reading machines, other specialized equipment pertinent to specific handicapping conditions
 
 
 
WORKING CONDITIONS:
 
 
 
Mental Demands:
 
 
 
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal);  maintain emotional control under stress
 
 
 
Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:
 
 
 
Ability to hear and place the location of sounds; ability to see and close up, at a distance and peripherally; ability to lift and carry 50 lbs; ability to push and or pull 100 lbs





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Special Education ATP Aide

JobID: 3444

Position Type:
  Para - Instructional/Paraprofessional Instructional


Date Posted:
  4/28/2023


Location:
  Special Education


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JOB TITLE: SPED ATP Paraprofessional
DUTY DAYS: 185
PAY GRADE: C02 SALARY SCHEDULE

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Participate as a member of the Special Education Adult Transition Services Program and provide overall support and training to students with disabilities as they transition from the high school setting to their post-secondary setting. Work under general supervision of the Executive Director for Special Education and immediate direction of a certified Special Education teacher.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Certification/Education:
? High school diploma or GED
? Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Special Knowledge/ Skills:
? Ability to work with children with disabilities
? Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
? Ability to communicate effectively
? Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience:
? Two years of experience working with children with disabilities

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Instructional Support
1. Assist teacher by preparing instructional materials
2. Assist teacher in re-teaching IEP related goals and objectives
3. Assist teacher with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment
4. Assist teacher in maintaining administrative records (data collection) and preparing required reports
5. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
6. Assist teacher in routine Adult Transition Program management duties
7. Assist in orienting students to their Adult Transition Program schedule and/or supervising/shadowing students in the community setting

Student Management
8. Be aware of student's various medical concerns, condition
9. Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning
10. Ability to push and pull up to 35 lbs
11. Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
12. Assist teacher in managing behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed
13. Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs
14. Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher
15. Assist supervising students throughout the school day including community settings
16. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students

Other
17. Maintain confidentiality
18. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned
19. Uphold and enforce school district rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy
20. Other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress; interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions

Physical Demands/Environment Factors: Frequent standing, stooping, bending, and kneeling, pushing, and pulling; regular heavy lifting of students, equipment, and materials




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145- Licensed Specialist in School Psychology-Intern

JobID: 997

Position Type:
  Temporary Worker/Temporary


Date Posted:
  1/6/2025


Location:
  Special Education


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JOB TITLE: Licensed Specialist in School Psychology-Intern
DUTY DAYS:
PAY GRADE:
SALARY SCHEDULE:
 
Primary Purpose:
 
The person in this position assists the schools in the development of appropriate educational programs for students by conducting full individual evaluations, providing direct counseling, consultative psychological services, and conducting and/or participating in ARD meetings for students while under the supervision of a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology. 
 
Qualifications:                     
 
 Education:
Currently enrolled in a graduate program for students pursuing a Specialist’s Degree or Master’s Degree in School Psychology.                            
 
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Under the supervision of a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology who meets the Texas State Board of Psychologist’s supervisor requirements, the LSSP Intern will:
 
1. Conduct Full Individual Evaluations as part of the multi-disciplinary evaluation team to identify students who may be eligible for special education services
2. Facilitate and conduct  the ARD committee meetings on a regular basis using the District Special Education Software IEP program
3. Utilize the District  Special Education Software IEP program to keep accurate ARD information on  all special education students
4. Provide consultations regarding results of evaluation or other questions of a psychological nature to school  personnel and parents.
5. Provide counseling to students as recommended by an ARD
6. Work collaboratively with campus administration to ensure State Assessment requirements are fulfilled and current State Assessment information is available for appropriate personnel
7. Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop the IEP through the ARD committee process for each student assigned
8. Monitor implementation of the IEP/ARD and support service recommendations.
9. Assist special education teachers in developing appropriate IEPs for their students
10. Collaborate with  Intervention Assistance Teams  (IAT) Chair as appropriate
11. Collaborate, assist, and coordinate:
 
• Implementation of effective instructional strategies and modifications
• Appropriate instructional strategies/activities
• Use of learning strategies, materials, and equipment
• With regular education classroom teacher to modify regular curriculum or differentiate instruction
     12. Consult district and outside resource people regarding education, psychological, social, medical, and personal needs of students
     13. Provide short-term services for students such as crisis counseling, suicide prevention, and behavior consultation.
     14. Consult with district personnel on problem issues and crisis management as they relate to students 
     15. Establish and maintain open lines of communication by conducting conferences with parents,  students, principals, and teachers.
     16. Provide ongoing  information to parents regarding Transition services
     17. Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members
     18. Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
     19. Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
     20. Facilitate materials directives
     21. Participation in staff development activities to improve job-related skills
     22. Maintain understanding of and comply with federal, state, district, and school procedures, regulations, and policies for the special education process
     23. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.
     24. Perform other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS:            
 
        Mental Demands:
         Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); coordinate campus support functions; maintain emotional control under stress
 
        Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
        Occasional district-wide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours





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