Aide, Life Skills

Chandler Elementary School; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler Elementary School in Kilgore, Texas is seeking an Aide, Life Skills to assist in implementing students' IEPs and support teachers in classroom activities.

The role includes preparing instructional materials, maintaining an orderly classroom, supervising students during the day, and assisting with records and substitute teacher orientation. The district provides training and will assist to obtain needed certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED required.
• Degree or two years of study at an institution of higher learning preferred.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate; District will assist to obtain.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention/Intervention) certification; District will assist to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing IEPs and support teachers with classroom activities.
• Help prepare instructional materials and maintain classroom displays; manage records.
• Provide supervision to students with disabilities during the school day (lunch, bus, playground).
• Offer orientation and assistance to substitute teachers; follow district safety protocols.

Skills

Ability to work with children with dis

Ability to follow instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Degree or two years college

Texas educational aide certificate

CPI certification

Job description

Kilgore Independent School District Chandler Elementary School - Kilgore, Texas Open in Google Maps

Aide, Life Skills

This job is also posted in ESC Region 7 Consortium Job Board , and Kilgore Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5919958

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Assist in the implementation of special education students' Individual Educational Plans (IEP).Assist cooperating teachers in the preparation and management of the classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under the supervision of a certified teacher.

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma / GED required
• Degree or two years of study at an institution of higher learning preferred
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate *District will assist to obtain
• CPI (Crisis Prevention/Intervention) certification *District will assist to obtain

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience:

• Experience working with children or individuals with disabilities

Instructional Support

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain a 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.

Student Management

• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting; positioning; or assisting students with personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous students as needed.
• Recognize differences in each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly.
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

Other

• Participate in the non-violent crisis intervention training program.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of interacting with students and/or district employees in the specific work site assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $13.67 to $16.37 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Life Skills

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Amy Broaddus
• 301 N Kilgore Street
• Kilgore, Texas 75662
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]