Aide, Special Education (Life Skills, Behavior, LID, Inclusion)

Matthey Middle School; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 17,979 - 25,607; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in San Antonio, Texas is seeking an Aide for Special Education. This full-time role involves assisting the special education teacher in addressing the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities. Responsibilities include supporting classroom programs and helping manage student behavior. A high school diploma or GED, along with the appropriate Texas certification, is required. This role entails active student supervision and can involve lifting and personal care duties.

Qualifications

• Some experience working with children.
• Ability to assist students with physical disabilities as needed.
• Experience with crisis intervention, if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education teacher in providing support to students with disabilities.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom environment.
• Support students with personal care and physical needs.

Skills

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

48 accredited college hours or Meets No Child Left Behind requirements

Texas instructional aide certificate

Tools

Personal computer

Copier

Audiovisual equipment

Job description

Aide, Special Education (Life Skills, Behavior, LID, Inclusion)

Job ID: 5356891
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 28, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: Aide, Special Education (Life Skills, Behavior, LID, Inclusion & Autism)

Reports to: Principal

Dept./School: Matthey Middle School

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Pay Grade: CT2 – 187 Days

Date Revised: 05/06/2025

Primary Purpose

Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education setting. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, 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 GED
• 48 accredited college hours or Meets No Child Left Behind requirements
• Texas instructional aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience:

• Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

General

• Demonstrates thoroughness, reliability and a high degree of accuracy in performing work assignments.
• Works cooperatively with others and maintains a positive attitude in the work environment.
• Demonstrates initiative and good judgment in problem solving and decision making.
• Reports promptly and maintains good attendance.
• Uses time productively on the job.
• Follows district policies, rules and regulations.
• Accepts supervisory direction.
• Strives to improve job skills.
• Demonstrates tact, courtesy and helpfulness in dealing with staff, students, parents, and visitors in the district.

Instructional Support

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning.
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed.
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment Used

Wheelchair lift, ramp, personal computer, copier, and audiovisual equipment.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; regular heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.82 Hourly Rate

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required