Aide, Adaptive Behavior-Middle School

BAMMEL MS; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Independent School District BAMMEL MS in Houston, TX seeks an Adaptive Behavior (AB) Aide for a middle school. The role supports a special education teacher and assists students with disabilities, including mobility and personal care needs.

Immediate start; full-time, 187 days per year. Requires 48 college credits and passage of NCLB tests; preferred: 1+ year experience with disabled children and an associate’s degree or higher.

Qualifications

• Requires 48 hours of college coursework.
• Pass Spring ISD's NCLB test in Reading, Writing, and Mathematics.
• Preferred: 1+ year experience working with children with disabilities.
• Preferred: Associate’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and displays.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Prepare/maintain records and reports as required by laws/regulations.
• Assist students with physical disabilities (transfers, lifting, positioning).
• Assist with feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Support in crisis situations and restraining disruptive behavior as needed.
• Work with individuals or small groups to develop motor skills.
• Supervise students inside and outside the classroom.
• Inform teacher of special needs or problems of students.
• Participate in staff development and faculty meetings.

Skills

Child interaction

Effective communication

Disability support

Education

48 college credits

NCLB test passage

Associate’s degree or higher preferred

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Min:$24,310

Mid:$28,589

JOB TITLE:Adaptive Behavior (AB) Aide - Middle School

REPORTS TO:Principal

WAGE/HOUR STATUS:Nonexempt

PAY GRADE:Para 4

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The AB Aide position will assist the special education teacher to provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education setting.

All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• 48 hours of college coursework from an accredited college or university
• Pass Spring Independent School District's NCLB test in the areas of Reading, Writing, and Mathematics (Tests are administeredafter the recommendation for hire)

Preferred:

• One+ years experience working with children with disabilities
• Associate’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work with children with disabilities

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Assist teacher in preparation of instructional materials and classroom displays
• Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom
• Assist teacher in preparing/maintaining records/reports required by Federal, State or local laws/regulations
• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting or positioning
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
• Assist teacher in intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed
• Assist teacher in working with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills
• Assist in supervision of students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom
• Inform teacher of special needs or problems of individual students
• Participate in staff development and faculty meetings as assigned
• Perform all other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Multi-tasking efficiently in an environment that has frequent interruptions, while maintaining emotional control under stress. The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Participation or presence required at some district functions in the district and/or out of the district. There is heavy telephone responsibilities and prolonged use of computer. There may be occasional overtime or irregular hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• - Spring ISD Careers
• 16717 Ella Blvd
• Houston, Texas 77090-4213
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Aide, Adaptive Behavior-Middle School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5985446

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 06, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Days per Year: 187

Min:$24,310

Mid:$28,589

JOB TITLE:Adaptive Behavior (AB) Aide - Middle School

REPORTS TO:Principal

WAGE/HOUR STATUS:Nonexempt

PAY GRADE:Para 4

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The AB Aide position will assist the special education teacher to provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education setting.

All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• 48 hours of college coursework from an accredited college or university
• Pass Spring Independent School District's NCLB test in the areas of Reading, Writing, and Mathematics (Tests are administeredafter the recommendation for hire)

Preferred:

• One+ years experience working with children with disabilities
• Associate’s Degree or higher from an accredited college or university

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work with children with disabilities

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Assist teacher in preparation of instructional materials and classroom displays
• Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom
• Assist teacher in preparing/maintaining records/reports required by Federal, State or local laws/regulations
• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting or positioning
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
• Assist teacher in intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed
• Assist teacher in working with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills
• Assist in supervision of students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom
• Inform teacher of special needs or problems of individual students
• Participate in staff development and faculty meetings as assigned
• Perform all other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Multi-tasking efficiently in an environment that has frequent interruptions, while maintaining emotional control under stress. The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. Participation or presence required at some district functions in the district and/or out of the district. There is heavy telephone responsibilities and prolonged use of computer. There may be occasional overtime or irregular hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may required.