Aide - SPED - ECSE

Young World Physical Education; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Katy ISD is seeking an Aide - SPED - ECSE at KING ELEMENTARY in Katy, Texas. The role supports the teacher with instructional needs for students with disabilities and requires ParaPro score or 48 college hours for Title I.

Duties include assisting with instructional materials, record-keeping, and student care per IEPs. Qualified candidates will have CPI certification after employment and Paraprofessional Aide certificate II.

Qualifications

• College hours for Title I campus 48 required or a score of 464 on the ParaPro test.
• College hours 15 or high school diploma or GED with ParaPro score 464 for Non-Title I campus.
• Paraprofessional Educational Aide certificate II required once employed.
• CPI certification required once employed.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities and follow instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and use general office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to policies for special education paraprofessionals and child care facilities.
• Assist in carrying out instructional programs and activities.
• Maintain confidential student records and data for progress.
• Prepare, use and maintain instructional materials and equipment.
• Assist with activities, drills, and behavioral interventions as needed.
• Provide personal care as identified in IEPs and assist with transfers if required.

Education

ParaPro test 464 score

18+-college hours / high school diploma or GED

Paraprofessional Aide certificate II

CPI certification

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instruction

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Job description

Aide - SPED - ECSE

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This job is also posted in Katy Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5882360

Application Deadline: Aug 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 12, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

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 or high school diploma or GED (with passing score of 464 on ParaPro test) for Non-Title I campus

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instruction

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Paraprofessional Educational Aide certificate II required once employed

CPI certification once employed

Please Note: Additional Qualification for Title I Campus:

College hours, 48 minimum or a score of 464 on the ParaPro test

Primary Purpose:

Assist the teacher with instructional needs as appropriate

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere to federal, state and local policies and procedures related to special education paraprofessionals and child care facilities.
• Participate in planned in-services and professional growth activities.
• Assist in carrying out the instructional program.
• Assist in maintaining confidential student records and data for determining student progress.
• 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 feeding and toileting.
• Assist in implementing the therapy programs which may require lifting and positioning.
• Attend professional meetings as required.
• Assist in implementing behavior intervention strategies
• Assist in providing no-medical procedures such as feeding tubes and other interventions as necessary for the student.
• Provide instructional support and implement instructional accommodations for students.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Other SHARS Duties as assigned.
• Provide Personal Care as identified in applicable student IEPs.

Equipment Used:

Personal computer, copier, printer, calculator, laminator and Smart board. Washer/dryer, microwave, dishwasher. Familiar with wheelchairs, wheelchair lifts, wheelchair restraints, electric changing tables, Hoyer lift, assistive technology equipment-voice output device, various physical therapy equipment, gastrointestinal tube (g-tube).

Working Conditions:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Regular district-wide travel to multiple work locations as assigned; moderate stooping, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying. May be required to lift and transfer students to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning students with physical disabilities. Prolonged use of a computer and repetitive hand motions. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours. May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities (heavy lifting greater than 50 pounds); control behavior through physical restraint; and assist non-ambulatory students. Exposure to biological hazards, noise, microwaves.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

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