Aide – Special Education

Lancaster Independent School District; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster Independent School District seeks a dedicated Educational Aide to support students with disabilities inside and outside the classroom. You will assist with IEP implementation, self-help skills, behavior management, and instructional activities under supervision of a certified teacher.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a valid Texas educational aide certificate, and a preference for two years of experience with children.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or two years of college preferred.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate required.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of IEPs and instructional programs.
• Support self-help, behavior management, and instructional activities.
• Work under supervision of principal and a certified teacher.

Skills

Work with children with disabilities

Follow verbal & written instructions

Communicate effectively

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or two years of college

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Primary Purpose:

Help meet physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside classroom. Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP), including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to work with children with disabilities Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

Two years experience working with children (preferred)