Aide-Special Education (POOL) 2026-2027

Young World Physical Education; Corinth (TX); On-site; USD 24,686 - 33,558; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Corinth, Texas, is seeking a Special Education Aide for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves assisting students with disabilities and providing support in the classroom under the direction of teachers.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma or GED, along with a valid Texas educational aide certificate. Candidates will need to manage physical needs with compassion and support educational programs effectively.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate needed.
• Some experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist special education teacher with instruction and classroom management.
• Help with the physical needs of students.
• Maintain confidentiality and participate in staff development.

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

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

Wheelchair lift

Computer

Copier

Audiovisual equipment

Job description

Aide-Special Education (POOL) 2026-2027

Lake Dallas Independent School, Lake Dallas High School - Corinth, Texas. Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in ESC Region 11 District Consortium Job Board, and Lake Dallas Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5632482

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: Special Education Aide Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Pay Grade: 3 Clerical/Para187

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
• 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
• Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience: Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

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 the teacher.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teachers 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.
• Perform all 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: $17.92 to $24.36 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• 104 Swisher Road
• Lake Dallas, Texas 75065
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]