Teacher Assistant, Autism

2 months ago

Bastrop, United States Bastrop Independent School District Full time

**Job Title**

**Teacher Assistant, Autism - Grant Funded**

**Evaluation Type**

Paraprofessional

**Department**

Special Programs & Services

**Pay Grade**

P3

**FLSA**

Non-Exempt

**Date Revised**

October 2023

**Supervisor**

**Autism Specialist**

**BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY**:The Autism Program Paraprofessional is responsible for providing direct instruction to assigned students in both general education and special education settings. Paraprofessionals will help create and maintain a structured classroom environment designed to promote intellectual, emotional and social growth, as directed by the teacher and specialist. They will deliver instruction in many areas, such as: reading, ELA, Math, Science and Daily Living Skills. They will be trained and required to understand basic principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), such as: discrimination, differential reinforcement, extinction, shaping, etc. and trained on common functions of problem behavior and strategies to address problem behavior.

**ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS**:
**Education/Certification**:

- High school diploma or equivalent

**Experience**:

- Six months of related experience, preferred

**CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**:The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES:

- Implements student instructional protocols as prescribed with high integrity as verified via direct observation by the Teacher and Specialist
- Implements student behavior protocols consistently as verified via direct observation by the Teacher and Specialist
- Records data accurately and in accordance with the IEP directed data recording schedule
- Analyzes trends in data and recommends curriculum modifications (in collaboration with Teacher and Specialist)
- Participates in all required trainings to be able to implement Applied Behavior Analysis, address problem behaviors, and ensure the safety of students - including summer institutes, as needed
- Uses and maintains student adaptive equipment and/ or augmentative devices needed for students
- Operates equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes
- Participates in toilet training and other daily living activities that students are learning in the classroom/school setting.
- Remains constantly alert, attentive and ready to respond to students’ needs and any behavioral crisis.
- Interacts professionally with parents, as needed, through face-to-face meetings, phone calls, or written home-school logs.
- Remains calm, positive and composed when students engage in problem behavior
- Recognizes signs of frustration, anxiety and anger in order to implement antecedent strategies and teach alternative behaviors which may prevent problem behavior
- Utilizes approved physical management procedures as necessary to contain a student during a crisis period and to maintain student and others safe and reports such episodes to the Teacher using professional language (SAMA)
- Other related duties as assigned by the Teacher, Specialist, Campus.

STUDENT SUPPORT:

- Assist teacher(s) with emotional/behavioral needs of students
- Monitor student behavior and maintain discipline as necessary, including intervening in crisis situations, and restraining aggressive and/or dangerous student behavior as needed
- Foster independence by scaffolding support as directed by the AU Teacher
- Communicate with families under the direction of the classroom teacher
- Assist in resolving parent/student issues and concerns in a timely manner
- Assist in managing student behavior in the classroom and common campus areas in accordance with student code of conduct and student handbook
- Be a positive role model for student; support the mission of the school district

SUPPORT OF ADMINISTRATIVE, FISCAL, AND/OR FACILITIES FUNCTION:

- Assist teacher with preparation of instructional equipment and displays; ensure specific materials and supplies are ready; maintain safe instructional area; perform clerical duties as requested
- Provide assistance to campuses/departments as requested

ORGANIZATION IMPROVEMENT:

- Work collaboratively to improve programs

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES**:

- Knowledge of district, campus, and classroom policies
- Knowledge of techniques used in assisting students with autism
- Skill in communicating effectively both verbally and in writing
- Skill in operating standard computer and software
- Ability to administer SAMA de-escalation and restraint techniques
- Able to organize and prioritize work responsibilities

**SUPERVISION EXERCISED**:None

**Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors**:

- ** Tools/Equipment Used**: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; _[P.E. teachers: au

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