Aide – Special Education

Lancaster Independent School District; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancaster Independent School District seeks an Educational Aide to help meet the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities. The role involves assisting with IEPs, implementing self-help and behavior management strategies, and supporting classroom programs under the direction of a certified teacher.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, Texas educational aide certification, and prior experience working with children with disabilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Associate degree or two years of college coursework completed.
• 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, including self-help and behavior management.
• Support instructional programs for students with disabilities.
• Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of a certified teacher.

Skills

Communication

Instructional support

Disability support

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate's degree or 2 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)