Aide - Special Education

Richardson Independent School District; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Richardson Independent School District seeks an Instructional Support/Aide for Special Education at Pleasant Run Elementary to assist students with disabilities in and out of the classroom and support IEP implementation under licensed teacher supervision.

Education credentials include a high school diploma or GED, plus an associate degree or two years of college and a valid Texas educational aide certificate. Two years of experience with children is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED
• Associate’s degree or two years of college completed*
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate
• Two years experience working with children (preferred)

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Ability to work with children with dis

Follow verbal and written instructions

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or two years of college

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

• Position Type: Instructional Support/ Aide - Special Education
• Date Posted: 8/10/2026
• Location: Pleasant Run Elementary
• Date Available: 2026 - 2027 School Year

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:

1. Education/Certification:
2. High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
3. Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*
4. Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

1. Ability to work with children with disabilities
2. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
3. Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

Two years experience working with children (preferred)

Postings current as of 8/28/2026 8:47:12 AM CST.