Aide, DAEP (2026-2027 School Year)

SMITH ES; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Independent School District SMITH ES in Spring, Texas seeks a Discipline Alternative Education Aide for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports teachers in preparing instructional materials and managing classroom activities for students who are at risk and placed in the DAEP program, while complying with program requirements.

This non-exempt, full-time position is funded by federal/state grants. Wage is 187 days per year with pay grade Para 3; starting date is Immediate.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma and Educational Aide Certification required.
• Two years of college coursework (48 hours) acceptable with certification.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• Educational Aide Certification must be obtained if not already held.
• One-year experience with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom
• Help with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher
• Participate in staff development and faculty meetings as assigned
• Assist in the classroom or other offices when needed
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Skills

Follow instructions

Work with at-risk children

Education

HS Diploma

48 college hours

Educational Aide Certification

Job description

Aide, DAEP (2026-2027 School Year)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5890853

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Days per Year: 187

Min:$23,188

Mid: $27,272

JOB TITLE: Discipline Alternative Education
Program - Elementary Aide

REPORTS TO: Assistant Principal

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Non Exempt

PAY GRADE: Para 3

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Discipline Alternative Education Aide will assist teachers in preparation and management of classroom instructional activities for students that are “at risk” and have been placed in an alternative education program and comply with administrative requirements for the DAEP program.

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:

• HS Diploma from an accredited institution and
• Independent School District’s NCLB test in the area of Reading, Writing, and Mathematics (Tests are administered after the recommendation for hire) and must obtain an Educational Aide Certification
• Or completion of at least two years of study at an institution or higher defined as 48 hours of college coursework and
• Must obtain Educational Aide Certification

Preferred:

• One-year experience working with children

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work well with at-risk children.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignment
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom
• Help with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher
• Participate in staff development and faculty meetings as assignedAssist in the classroom or other offices when needed
• Perform all other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The usual and customary methods of performing this job require the following:

Job may require prolonged periods of standing and moderate stooping, bending, reaching and repetitive hand motions; moderate use of computer. Ability to maintain emotional control under stress. May require some lifting no more than 10lbs. Overtime is required as necessary.

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 required.

Special Funding

This position is funded by Federal/and or State grants, you understand that your employment is expressly conditioned on the availability of full funding for the position. If full funding becomes unavailable, your employment is subject to termination or nonrenewal, as applicable.

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]