What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Assistant - RISE - Heritage MS position at Grapevine Colleyville Independent School District?
Job Title: Special Education Assistant - RISE Wage/Hour Status : Nonexempt
Department/School: Assigned Campus Pay Grade: IS 204
Reports to: Principal Date Revised:
Primary Purpose:
RISE: Reaching Independence Through Structured Education (formerly Life Skills)
The Reaching Independence through a Structured Education Environment (RISE) program is a self-contained educational program for students with significant developmental disabilities in grades K-12 that access the state standards through prerequisite skills. In addition to academic instruction in all core subjects, RISE programs also provide instruction in communication, daily living, and vocation.
The goal of the RISE program is to provide students with curricula through prerequisite skills that link to grade-level instruction. Overarching goals include maximizing independence, increasing functional communication, accessing social relationships, vocation skills, and other critical skills needed for postsecondary readiness.
The primary purpose is to assist (under professional supervision) in the monitoring and instruction of special education students with a variety of physical, emotional, behavioral, or instructional needs within typical or specialized classroom settings. The employee assists in implementation of instructional, self-help, and behavior management strategies in order to facilitate student success in a variety of settings.
Qualifications
Education/Experience
High School diploma or equivalent
Previous experience in an educational environment preferred;
Pass an academic assessment administered by GCISD; OR
48 hours of study in higher education, Associates Degree or higher;
An Educational Aide Certification; may be applied for once employed
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Additional Responsibilities and Duties:
Working Conditions
Equipment Used:
Wheelchair lift, ramps, student adapted equipment, personal computer, copier, and audio/visual equipment.
Mental/Physical/Environmental Demands :
Maintain emotional control under stress in a professional manner; Frequent standing stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; lifting of students; Assistance with student hygiene needs may be required.
