What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aide - SPED - Visually Impaired (2025-2026 School Year) position at Katy ISD?
Reports To: Coordinator for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Assistive Technology and Visually Impaired
Duty Days: 187 Days
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Grade: IS04
Qualifications:
College hours, high school diploma or GED
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to maintain effective working relationships
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to work with children with disabilities
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Minimum clerical skills
Paraprofessional aide certificate required once employed
Knowledge of students with sensory impairments
Willingness to participate in ongoing training in visual/auditory impairments
Ability to use sign language preferred
Willingness to assist with toileting, feeding and other self-help skills
Completion of two-year program of studies in the Intervener for Deaf-Blind Persons preferred
Primary Purpose:
Provide assistance for an auditory/visually impaired student and other students with sensory impairments as needed.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
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Adhere to federal, state, and local policies and procedures related to special education aides.
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Participate in planned inservices and professional growth activities. - Assist in carrying out the instructional program for assigned students.
- Assist in maintaining student records and audit folders.
- Assist in the preparation, use, and maintenance of instructional materials, equipment and technology.
- Assist with teacher-planned activities, exercises, and drills.
- Attend professional meetings as required.
- Become proficient in student’s individual communication methods and strategies.
- Maintain communication between home and school, and keep a daily log of information about the student’s activities.
- Participate in student staffings and ARD meetings as necessary.
- Serve as a resource to other staff on issues related to auditory/visual impairments.
- Interact in a professional manner with administrators, teachers, staff, students, visitors or other individuals and participate as an effective team member.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the teacher, principal, or Instructional Officer for Hearing and Visually Impaired or as determined by specific area of assignment.
- Other SHARS Duties as assigned.
- Provide Personal Care as identified in applicable student IEPs.
Equipment Used:
Personal computer, copier, audiovisual equipment,CCCT and other assistive devices.
Working Conditions:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; regular heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.
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.
