What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education School Aide position at The University of Texas at Tyler?
Required Application Materials
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Job Summary
Provide support for the University Academy with students and teachers in the classroom.
Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks
- Assist with direct instruction of students (individually or in small groups) under supervision of teacher.
- Assist in student management (in/out of classroom).
- Assist with preparing instructional material and classroom for daily lessons.
- Assist with other campus activities/duties as needed; breakfast/lunch duty, pick-up duty, etc.
Required Education/Experience
- High school graduation or equivalent.
Preferred Education/Experience
- 2-year relevant experience
- College hours
- Educational aide certification
Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies
- Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- General subject content knowledge.
- General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
- Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
- Experience working with special needs students.
About The University of Texas at Tyler
The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 13 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.
Our beautiful Tyler campus features more than 200 acres nestled along a lake and surrounded by thick pine and oak forests, providing a picturesque location for study and recreation. We also offer instructional sites at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler and in Palestine, Longview, and Houston.
With more than 80 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs offered, UT Tyler provides a wealth of learning opportunities and dynamic programs.
For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about/.
Additional Information
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
EEO/AA Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
