Aide, Special Education - FOCUS (Life Skills)

Heritage Elementary; Deer Park (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance contribution

Job summary

Heritage Elementary in Deer Park, Texas is seeking a dedicated Aide for Special Education - FOCUS (Life Skills) to support a single student throughout the day. This 1:1 role works closely with the special education team to implement the IEP and help the student participate in school activities.

The position includes assisting with communication, mobility, feeding, toileting and personal care, as well as daily living skills and behavioral support under supervision.

Qualifications

• Requires 1:1 paraprofessional support throughout the school day.
• Experience assisting students with complex needs is preferred.
• Implement IEP-related activities under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, direct support to the student in class.
• Assist with communication, mobility, personal care, and daily living skills.
• Support instruction, follow plans, and maintain student safety and dignity.

Skills

Communication

Mobility

Personal care

Behavior support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

SBEC Educational Aide certificate

Associate's Degree or 48 college hours / NCLB ParaEducator Certification

Job description

Aide, Special Education - FOCUS (Life Skills)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5909866
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 31, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position: Aide, Special Education - FOCUS (Life Skills)

Location: Heritage Elementary

This position is a 1:1 assignment. Please see additional details:

1:1 FOCUS (Life Skills) paraprofessional provides individualized, direct support to a student with complex learning, communication, behavioral, physical, and/or personal care needs throughout the school day. This position works closely with the special education teacher and related service providers to implement the student’s IEP, support access to instruction, promote independence, and ensure the student can safely and meaningfully participate in the school environment.

Responsibilities may include providing support with communication, mobility and positioning, feeding, toileting and personal care, behavior and sensory needs, functional academics, daily living skills, transitions, and participation across school settings. The paraprofessional is expected to follow individualized student plans while maintaining the student’s dignity and safety with the goal of providing only the level of assistance necessary for the student to be successful.

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid SBEC Educational Aide certificate
• Associate's Degree or 48 or more college hoursor NCLB ParaEducator Certification issued by San Jacinto College or other local educational entity

Job Description:

Assist the teacher(s) in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Assist in the implementation of classroom programs. Work under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher. Other duties as assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stoopping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking
• Lifting: Frequent light lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling (less than 15 pounds); occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling (up to 50 pounds)
• Environment: Work inside and outside, regular exposure to noise and the elements
• Mental Demands: Maintain control under stress

The district contributes $400/monthly to the cost of "employee-only" health insurance which is $175/monthly greater than the state required amount of $225/monthly.

Pay Grade: Paraprofessional, Pay Grade4, 187 Days (based on2026-2027 Compensation Plan)

Minimum: $15.75

Midpoint: $18.92

Compensation based on job‑like experience

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.75 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required