Classroom Assistant | Montgomery, Texas
- Montgomery, TX, United States
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Step into a rewarding contract position where your compassion and dedication can make a difference each day. This full-time opportunity is ideal for an experienced paraprofessional interested in providing one-on-one support to a student with autism who exhibits self-harming behaviors. Working onsite, you'll be partnering closely with the student in a life skills setting, helping foster a positive, stable, and productive learning environment.
Key Qualifications:
- Experience as a paraprofessional, preferably supporting students with autism or self-regulating behaviors
- Ability to provide 1:1 assistance, employing empathy and evidence-based de-escalation strategies
- Strong communication skills to collaborate with teachers, specialists, and families
- Familiarity with life skills curriculum and accommodations
- Calm, patient, and adaptable under pressure
- High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant paraprofessional certification preferred
Core Responsibilities:
- Work directly with the designated student, ensuring safety and proactive management of self-harming behaviors
- Support instructional activities laid out by teaching staff, modifying as necessary to meet the students individualized needs
- Reinforce positive behavior interventions and coping techniques
- Track and document observations and student progress, communicating updates with the educational team
- Foster an inclusive, engaging, and supportive classroom environment
- Adapt flexibly to changing student and classroom needs
Benefits & Perks:
- Opportunity to support a students progress and well-being in a life-changing way
- Collaborative school environment dedicated to student success
- Professional development and mentorship
If you thrive in student-centered roles and are prepared to make a meaningful impact, apply today to embark on this fulfilling contract position. Your expertise can help guide a student toward greater independence and success!
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- Communication skills
- Collaboration
- Teaching
- Confidentiality