Aide - Special Ed - SAIL

Young World Physical Education; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for an Aide - Special Education in Waco, Texas, to support teachers in implementing student IEPs and assist students with their educational and personal care needs.

The ideal candidate should have an Associate's degree or equivalent, valid Texas educational aide certificate, and experience working with children with disabilities. This role requires effective communication skills and the ability to adapt to diverse student needs.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or two years of study at an institute of higher learning required.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate needed.
• Experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Special Education teacher in implementing student IEP's.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly learning environment.
• Assist with students' physical and personal care needs.

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

Education

Associate's degree or two years of study (60 college hours)

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

Patient lift

Computer

Audiovisual equipment

Job description

Aide - Special Ed - SAIL

Waco ISD - Waco, Texas

Job Details

• Job ID: 5487548
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jan 06, 2026 7:00 PM (UTC)

Job Description

• 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.