Douglas County School District·Perryton, Texas
Provides intensive, individualized support to students with complex emotional and behavioral needs by implementing crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies. Collaborates with the special education team to facilitate emotional regulation and assist in the implementation of IEP goals.
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Educational Assistant (EA IV) - Affective Needs (AN) Program
Provides specialized, intensive, and individualized support to students with Affective Needs (AN), who exhibit complex emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. As a critical member of the special education team, is primarily responsible for implementing crisis intervention strategies, facilitating emotional regulation, and fostering a safe, structured, and therapeutic learning environment. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele.
Occasional lifting of forty (40) to seventy (70) pounds Frequent bending, standing, sitting, walking Occasional reaching, kneeling, bending, squatting, or standing Ability to run short distances
General classroom equipment.
Mostly clean and comfortable. Some classroom level noise.
Maintain a high level of situational awareness to proactively identify and address escalating behaviors in the classroom and throughout the school.
Collaborate closely with the Special Education Teacher, School Psychologist, School Counselor, Social Worker, and other mental health professionals to ensure a unified approach to student support.
Ensure the immediate safety and well-being of all students, responding effectively to all safety and crisis concerns.
Respect confidentiality regarding student needs and abilities.
Implement student-specific crisis intervention and de-escalation strategies with fidelity, adhering to established protocols (e.g., Nonviolent Crisis Intervention - CPI).
Provide consistent and calm support to students during moments of emotional distress or behavioral crisis, facilitating a return to regulation.
Assist students with developing and utilizing social-emotional learning (SEL) and coping skills, and support their appropriate use of a sensory/safe room or designated therapeutic space.
Implement student-specific Positive Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), focusing on proactive strategies and teaching replacement behaviors.
Collect and maintain accurate daily data on student behavior and emotional progress as required by the IEP team.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
Assist the Special Education Teacher with the implementation of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals related to social, emotional, and academic development.
Support students in accessing the curriculum, completing assignments, and managing the demands of the school environment, including tasks that are modified or accommodated based on the IEP.
Facilitate restorative practices and social skills groups as directed by the teacher or school mental health professionals.
Support students' successful transition and integration into the general education setting by providing scaffolding and emotional support.
First Aid & CPR Certification - American Heart Association
Education: High School or Equivalent (Required)
● Demonstrated ability to remain calm, objective, and effective during student crises or high-stress behavioral situations., ● Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaborative skills, with an emphasis on therapeutic and non-judgmental communication., ● Willingness and ability to complete required training in crisis management and maintain physical certification.
37.5
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$19.84 USD Hourly
$25.20 USD Hourly
This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options.
This position is eligible for paid sick and personal time.
October 29, 2026
Market context
In Texas, teaching assistant roles are commonly tied to early childhood and special education support, where schools need dependable staff who can follow classroom plans and assist with IEP implementation. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, several years of relevant experience with young children, and clear background and health screening results. If you are applying, review the posted requirements and benefits carefully—this platform’s job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you research time before you submit.
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