Aide - Special Ed - Achieve

Waco ISD; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Waco ISD is seeking an Aide - Special Education at Kendrick Elementary to assist a Special Education teacher with implementing student IEPs and maintaining instructional materials. The role requires assisting students with physical and personal care needs, data collection, and supporting behavior plans.

Qualifications include an Associate degree or 60 college hours, and a valid Texas educational aide certificate.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 60 college hours or Paraprofessional Institute Certificate.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Experience with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Special Education teacher with implementing student IEPs.
• Prepare instructional materials under guidance of teachers.
• Maintain a neat, orderly learning environment.
• Assist with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment.
• Collect data daily and prepare required reports under supervision.
• Assist students with physical needs, including transfers and positioning.
• Assist with personal care needs, including feeding and bathroom assistance.
• Support behavior intervention plans and use approved strategies.
• Intervene in crisis situations per district procedures for safety.
• Maintain professional communication with parents, students, and staff.
• Supervise students in various settings (classroom, cafeteria, bus, outdoors).
• Maintain FERPA confidentiality and participate in staff development.
• Assist with additional duties related to Special Education as assigned.

Skills

Disability support

Instruction following

Communication

Calm under pressure

Adaptability

Reading writing math support

Use basic equipment

Interpersonal with diverse groups

Education

Associate degree / 60 college hours

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Date Posted: 8/3/2026

Position Type: Paraprofessional/Support Staff/ Aide - Special Ed - Achieve

Location: Kendrick Elementary

Job Title

Aide - Special Education

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt/At-Will

Reports To: Principal & Teacher(s) Assigned

Pay Grade/Days: 203/187 Days

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Date Revised: June 2017

Primary Purpose

Assist Special Education teacher in implementing student IEP's. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

Associate’s degree or two years of study (60 college hours) at an institute of higher learning or Paraprofessional Institute Certificate

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability/willingness to work with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively with adults and children
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• Ability to adapt to changes in routine and needs of students
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
• Ability to use basic job-related equipment (computer, projector, copier, scanner, etc.)
• Ability to work with and effectively communicate with diverse groups

Experience

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Implement and progress monitor student IEP's under the direction of the Special Education teacher.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly learning environment.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Collect data daily, keep administrative records, and prepare required reports under the direction of the Special Education teacher.
• Assist students with physical needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning, under the direction of the Special Education teacher.
• Assist students with personal care needs, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene, under the direction of the Special Education teacher.
• Manage student behavior, to include implementation of behavior intervention plans and research-based behavioral interventions as directed by the Special Education teacher.
• Under the supervision of a certified teacher or campus administrator, intervene in crisis situations and physically restrain students, within District approved procedures, as necessary for staff and student safety.
• Establish and maintain appropriate communication and professional relationships with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.
• Assist in supervising special education students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This may include cafeteria, bus, and recreational areas
• Maintain confidentiality to comply with FERPA regulations
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Perform other duties related to Special Education as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment Used

Patient lift, ramp, copier, computer, audiovisual equipment, and specialized equipment or materials necessary to support student IEP's.

Working Conditions

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; regular heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.

Non Discrimination Statement

The Waco Independent School District is an equal opportunity educational provider and employer who does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information or non-proficiency in English language skills in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment matters. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Americans with Disabilities Act; and school board policy not to discriminate in such a manner.

For information about your rights or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title IX, please email [e-mail] or contact Waco ISD Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources at 254-755-9410 or Assistant Superintendent for Student Services and Support at 254-755-9417. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title VI and Title VII, as amended, contact the Waco ISD Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources at 254-755-9410. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, contact Waco ISD Special Education Executive Director at 254-755-9569 or write to P.O. Box 27, Waco, TX, 76703.