Hybrid Special Education Teaching Assistant (Pathway Program to Teaching License) (6640) bei University Instructors

University Instructors, LLC is recruiting for immediate placement of dynamic classroom special education paraprofessionals to support students in the Austin area. As a paraprofessional you will directly impact students in special education programs. You will also partner with teachers to provide instruction, manage behavior, and provide primary care to students.

***Candidates MUST HOLD a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in ANY field to be eligible to take part in this opportunity. In this program you can become eligible for a provisional teaching license for school year 2026-27 and beyond.***

Successful Applicants will:

• Provide instruction to students individually or in small groups under the direction of classroom teacher
• Help instruct students in self-care activities or carry out activities such as feeding, dressing and toileting; may perform diapering/toileting assistance and changing of sanitary napkins and colostomy bags, brushing teeth, inserting orthodontics and suctioning machines, tube or pump feeding.
• May restrain and calm students when they become self-abusive or violent toward others; monitors and protects students through seizures and other physical emergencies
• Perform sensory stimulation activities as assigned; uses adaptive equipment; may assist students to perform activities during adaptive physical education; may administer and log medications as assigned, as trained by the licensed school nurse or appropriate therapist
• Supervise students during recess or lunch periods; may supervise students in locker/shower rooms and restrooms; assist students in bus loading or unloading; instruct bus drivers on proper physical and/or behavioral support of students; may transport students as needed throughout the school or building premises.
• Record student progress on data sheets, daily logs and prepares reports to assist the teacher; maintain communication with classroom teacher, program administrator and/or other school staff.
• Assist in assessing students; communicate with parents/guardians as assigned; Maintain student records; Collect and record data for the teacher on student progress toward IEP goals and objectives, behavioral plans, and grooming plans in addition to academic progress.
• Assist with adjusting the position of students with physical disabilities periodically throughout the day to protect skin and ensure comfort; implement occupational therapy and physical therapy as instructed by specialists; use and teach basic sign language with students as needed; monitor students constantly to ensure safety.
• Assist with preparation and serving lunches and snacks for students in the assigned program; may clean dishes, utensils, and eating area following snack periods.
• Model positive and appropriate behavior for students; corrects inappropriate behavior and demonstrates and discusses appropriate behavior; instructs students in appropriate conflict resolution as directed; administers discipline according to District guidelines and assists in classroom management.
• Assist the classroom teacher in adapting materials and activities as directed; may assist in administering standardized tests as assigned; uses special teaching techniques, computer software, and adaptive equipment to meet the needs of students with particular disabilities, as assigned; arranges classroom furniture and materials for activities.
• Accompany students on field trips and camp activities; may accompany student to off-site jobs several times per week to supervise work; may supervise and provide instruction with students in general education classes.
• Participate in department staff meetings; provides information regarding students.
• May use specialized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, wedges, standers, side-layers, etc.; assists in adapting and maintaining equipment for student use.
• May coordinate computer activities for students with disabilities; Help maintain and troubleshoot equipment; assist in the scheduling of students to use equipment.
• Demonstrate reasonable, reliable and regular attendance to prevent undue hardship that would create negative effects for instruction and related activities on the students and the program.
• Adhere to District policy per general Employee Conduct rules regarding tardiness and unauthorized absences.
• Address concerns with appropriate teaching staff and/or therapy staff and/or building administrators as appropriate.

Education Requirements:

We are seeking individuals who have relevant experience working with special education students. Additionally, you must hold a bachelors degree.

$23.50 Hourly/ Monday-Friday/ 6.5 Hours a Day

University Instructors is an equal opportunity employer