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Special Education Teacher Assistant - Transition Program, Transitioning Onwards Promotes Success (TOPS), Students Ages 18-21 - School Year 2026-2027 (Anticipated Vacancies)

Spring Branch Independent School District
Anticipated VacanciesPosted 4 months ago
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Job Description

Spring Branch Independent School District
Job Description
Special Education Teacher Assistant-Transition Program, Transitioning Onwards Promotes Success (TOPS), Students Ages 18-21

Job Title:Special Education Teacher Assistant-Transition Program, Transitioning Onwards Promotes Success (TOPS), Students Ages 18-21
Reports To:Director of Special Education
Classification:Paraprofessional (Clerical/Teacher Assistant)
Wage/Hour Status:Non-exempt
Days:188
Salary:See Compensation Plan for Paraprofessional/Administrative Support Staff, Pay Grade 203
Contract:None
Date Revised:11/15/2023
Primary Purpose:Assist young adults and teachers in the special education TOPS program, which is a program focusing on job training.
Qualifications/Skills:

Education/Certification:

  • Minimum of 48 college hours or high school diploma/equivalent plus pass a District Assessment.
  • Educational Aide Certification.
  • Obtained or Ability to Obtain a Texas Commercial Driver License to transport students preferred.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

  • Ability to work with young adults using appropriate interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work and communicate with children and adults effectively.
  • Effective organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
Major Duties and
Responsibilities:

Instructional Support:

  • Assist in carrying out the instructional program under the supervision of teaching personnel.
  • Assist in maintaining student records.
  • Assist in preparation, use and maintenance of job training materials and equipment.
  • Assist with teacher planned activities, exercises and drills.
  • Follow teacher instruction and guidance.

Student Management: 

  • Assist in maintaining student records.
  • Assist in supervising student grooming activities.
  • Supervise students in job related settings

Other:

  • Participate in planned inservice and professional growth activities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory
Responsibilities:		None
Equipment Used:Computer and various office equipment.
Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

  • Maintain emotional control under stress.
  • Work with frequent interruptions.
  • This position requires regular in-person interaction with the public.

Physical Demands: 

  • Repetitive hand motions.
  • Prolonged use of the computer.
  • Frequent sitting, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling.
  • Moving small stacks of textbooks, boxes, equipment and other campus equipment.
  • Physical capacity to lift, transfer and otherwise assist students with disabilities (e.g. ability to lift 50 lbs.)
Application Procedure:Click Apply then Login. To complete your application, please visit our website at https://www.springbranchisd.com/join-our-team/applicants.
Spring Branch Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status or disability.

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.

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