High School Alternate Learning Environment (ALE/Life Skills) Paraprofessional Aide

Job Description

Job Ttitle: High School Alternate Learning Environment (ALE/Life Skills) Paraprofessional Aide

Company: Bandera Independent School District


Description: High School Alternate Learning Environment (ALE/Life Skills) Paraprofessional Aide JobID: 1236

• Position Type:

Support Staff/Special Education Assistant

• Date Posted:

7/8/2025

• Location:

High School

• Date Available:

07/28/2025

• Closing Date:

Open Until FilledBandera High School is seeking an energetic and skilled Paraprofessional Aide to join their Alternate Learning Environment (ALE) Team.Bandera ISD is a 4-Day Instructional Week district (Monday-Thursday).Start Date: July 28, 2025Job Description:
– The instructional aide will work directly with students in the classrooms in grades Kindergarten through 5th grade
– The Instructional Aide will work closely with FLU classroom teachers to assist in the instruction of engaging lessons
– The Instructional Assistant will assist in the management of student behaviors by enforcing designated FLU classroom rules and procedures
– Assist in the preparation of FLU teacher-designed lessons
– Implement supports directed by the FLU teacher
– Work with small groups for reteaching as directed by the FLU teacher
– Assist students with physical disabilities, according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, and positioning
– Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
– Help manage the behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous behavior as needed at the direction of the teacher
– Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher
– Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom (This includes before and after school duty when applicable)
– Keep FLU teachers and campus administration informed of special needs or problems of individual studentsRequirements:
– High School Diploma or equivalent
– Possess 48 hours of college credit from an accredited university/college OR Pass the NCLB Paraprofessional Assessment (Reading/ELAR, Math, and Written Essay)
– Pass Texas Criminal Background Check & Fingerprinting
– The Instructional Aide will maintain confidentiality at all times as required by FERPA and HIPAA
– Must be able to walk, run, and lift (up to 40 lbs.)Preferences & Additional Information:
– Positive… Can-Do Attitude
– Willingness to be a dependable and functional member of the Hill Country Elementary School Family
– Patience and strong ability to support FLU teachers in the management of stressful situations
– Flexibility and strong multi-tasking skills
– Willingness to take direction
– Punctuality (FLU is designed to work on a specified schedule, and punctuality and dependability are key)
– Willingness to take responsibility
– Will ask questions and seek guidance if uncertain
– Perform tasks necessary to support FLU teachers in teaching students self-care skills (toothbrushing, toileting, diapering)
– Ability to work cohesively with others in a fast paced, self-contained atmosphere
– Participate in staff development activities and improve job-related skillsInterested applicants should contact Dr. Patrick Sizemore, BHS Principal, at psizemore@banderaisd2.net for additional information.

Salary:

Location: Texas

Date: Thu, 10 Jul 2025 04:12:18 GMT


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