Aide Special Education Deaf Sign Language RDSPD 2026-2027

Fort Bend ISD; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend ISD in Sugar Land, Texas, seeks an Aide Special Education Deaf to support students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing. The role involves facilitating communication through signed language and assisting teachers in delivering differentiated instructional supports. Candidates should hold a Texas Educational Aide Certification and possess skills in sign language communication. This position will work primarily at Settlers Way Elementary School as part of the educational team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 48 college hours or passing score on the Para Professional Assessment of Knowledge and Skills Test.
• Texas Educational Aide Certification or obtain within 10 days of hire.
• Proficient in using Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication by translating spoken language into sign language.
• Assist the classroom teacher to provide services consistent with IEP goals.
• Interact with students to ensure safety and engagement.

Skills

Sign language communication

Verbal and written communication

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Ability to assist with personal care

Education

Texas Educational Aide Certification

48 college hours or passing score on assessment

De-Escalation/Restraint Certification

Job description

Job Overview

The Aide Special Education Deaf Sign Language RDSPD GR will participate as a member of the educational team to provide support and services to students who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing and assist teachers in a variety of educational settings in order to provide access and differentiated linguistic supports in sign language during educational opportunities to ensure student success.

Position Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Service Delivery

• Facilitate communication by translating spoken language into signed language at a level that is appropriate to the student’s linguistic needs
• Assist the classroom teacher to provide services that are appropriate and consistent with goals contained in the individual education plan (IEP)
• Interact with students in a variety of settings to ensure student safety and engagement (e.g., hallways, classroom, restroom, playground, arrival/departure)
• Assist with classroom management by maintaining alert attention regarding supervision of students at all times in a variety of settings
• Execute behavioral strategies as identified by the teacher based upon ARD documents (e.g., reinforcements, consequences, contingencies)
• Implement academic / functional lessons under the guidance and direction of the teacher in a variety of settings (e.g., large group, small group, or independent practice)
• Record service implementation on approved logs (e.g., inclusive support logs, accommodation logs)
• Collect data, document, and chart student progress in collaboration with the teacher
• Provide visual communication to facilitate language for deaf/hard of hearing students under the guidance and direction of the teacher
• Assist students with personal care services (e.g., feeding, cleaning, dressing, lifting, positioning, transitioning, toileting, changing)
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Prepare instructional materials under the guidance and direction of the teacher

Compliance

• Comply with and meet federal and state mandates and local board policy
• Demonstrate compliance to meet federal and state mandates and local board policy under the supervision of the classroom teacher for activities which include related to classroom instruction and IEP development
• Compile, maintain, and file/submit all reports, records, and other documents
• Participate in continuing education experiences and professional development to enhance the skills/knowledge necessary to serve program students

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.

• Minimum of 48 college hours or passing score on the Para Professional Assessment of Knowledge and Skills Test
• Texas Educational Aide Certification or obtain within 10 days of hire
• De-Escalation/Restraint Certification or obtain within 30 days of hire per district procedure (district provided)
• Proficient in using Windows Operating System as well as Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate information in sign language

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms. The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.

Additional Information

• The employee may be required to work outside up to 25% of the time and will be exposed to the elements and inclement weather. The position may require lifting and positioning students, controlling certain behaviors through hands‑on behavior intervention strategies and approved physical restraint strategies. Paraprofessionals may be expected to intervene with students’ behavior, which can include aggression, self‑injurious, disruptive, and self‑stimulatory behaviors. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties, as well as potential exposure to bodily fluids and frequent childhood, pre‑teen, and teen illnesses.
• This position is funded by grant funds. This position may be discontinued if grant funds are no longer available.

Primary Location

TEXAS-SUGAR LAND

Work Locations

SETTLERS WAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Job

Instructional Para Staff

Organization

DEPARTMENT

Position Calendar

187AU1

School Year

2026-2027

Salary Grade

504