Aide - SPED - Adaptive Behavior

HOLLAND ELEMENTARY; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

HOLLAND ELEMENTARY in Katy, Texas is seeking an SPED Aide – Adaptive Behavior to support instructional activities and student care under the principal’s guidance.

Starting immediately, this full-time, non-exempt position includes 187 duty days and involves assisting with instructional programs, materials, drills, and self-care tasks for students with disabilities, while adhering to IEPs and district policies.

Qualifications

• College hours 48 for Title I campus or ParaPro score of 464.
• College hours 15, high school diploma or GED (with passing ParaPro) for Non-Title I campus.
• Valid Texas Educational Aide II certificate required once employed.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instruction.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of general office equipment.
• Valid CPI certification preferred (can be obtained after employment).

Responsibilities

• Adhere to federal, state and local policies and procedures related to special education aides.
• Participate in planned in-services and professional growth activities.
• Assist in carrying out the instructional program.
• Assist in preparation, use and maintenance of instructional materials and equipment.
• Assist with teacher-planned activities, exercises and drills.
• Assist when needed in helping students in self-care activities such as toileting.
• Assist in implementing the adaptive behavior protocol.
• Attend professional meetings as required.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Physically prompt students through instruction which may require lifting and positioning.
• Other SHARS Duties as assigned
• Provide Personal Care as identified in applicable student IEPs.

Skills

Ability to work with children with dis

Ability to follow verbal and written

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Valid CPI certification preferred

Education

ParaPro test score 464

College hours 48 for Title I campus

High school diploma or GED with ParaPro

Texas Educational Aide II certificate required

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Reports To:Principal

Duty Days:187 Days

Wage/Hour Status:Non-Exempt

Pay Grade:IS04

Updated: 06/2025

Qualifications:

College hours for Title I campus 48 required or a score of 464 on the ParaPro test

College hours 15, high school diploma or GED (with passing score on ParaPro) for Non-Title I campus

Valid Texas Educational Aide II certificate required once employed

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instruction

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Valid CPI certification preferred (can be obtained after employment)

Primary Purpose:

Instructional and student-care duties as assigned.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Adhere to federal, state and local policies and procedures related to special education aides.
• Participate in planned in-services and professional growth activities.
• Assist in carrying out the instructional program.
• Assist in preparation, use and maintenance of instructional materials and equipment.
• Assist with teacher-planned activities, exercises and drills.
• Assist when needed in helping students in self-care activities such as toileting.
• Assist in implementing the adaptive behavior protocol.
• Attend professional meetings as required.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Physically prompt students through instruction which may require lifting and positioning.
• Other SHARS Duties as assigned
• Provide Personal Care as identified in applicable student IEPs.

Working Conditions:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; occasional running, heavy lifting and carrying, 45 pounds and over daily, positioning of students, moving classroom or adaptive equipment , noise exposure, biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; exposure to physical and verbal outbursts by students. May be required to utilize CPI strategies to manage disruptive students, including restraint.

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.

Aide - SPED - Adaptive Behavior

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Job Details

Job ID: 5972653
Application Deadline: Nov 02, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department , Receptionist
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Katy, Texas 77494
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]