Aide, Life Skills

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

Job summary

Kilgore Middle School in Kilgore, TX is seeking an Life Skills paraprofessional to support special education students under a certified teacher's supervision.

Primary duties include assisting with IEP implementation, helping cooperating teachers prepare and manage classroom activities, and performing administrative tasks to support instruction. Must have strong communication and relate well to children; district assists with credential attainment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Degree or two years of college preferred.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate; district will assist to obtain.
• CPI certification; district will assist to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing IEPs for special education students.
• Assist cooperating teachers in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements.
• Work under the supervision of a certified teacher.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa may be required.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Work with children

Office equipment

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Degree or 2 years of college

Texas educational aide certificate

CPI certification

Tools

Office equipment familiarity

Job description

Aide, Life Skills

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5943098

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 28, 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:

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well with children
• General knowledge of office equipment related to classroom instruction preparation

Preference will be given to applicants with the following qualifications:

• Experience working with children and/or disabled adults

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $13.67 to $16.37 Per Hour

Job Categories:

• Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
• Special Education > Life Skills

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Alexandra Ramos , Principal
• Kilgore Middle School
• Email: [e-mail]