Aide - SPED - Specialized Support

Holleman Elementary School; Waller (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Waller Independent School District Holleman Elementary School in Waller, Texas is hiring a Paraprofessional-Inclusive Practices Specialized Support to assist students with disabilities under a certified special education teacher. The role focuses on instructional, social, emotional, and behavioral support within general education and resource settings.

Responsibilities include adapting materials, small-group instruction, data collection, and assisting with behavior management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Texas Education Aide Certification preferred.
• Two years experience with children.

Responsibilities

• Adapt instructional materials under the direction of the teacher.
• Work one-on-one and/or in small groups as directed by the teacher.
• Collect data regarding student progress.
• Assist teacher in preparing 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 required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Help manage the behavior of assigned students.
• Intervene in crisis situations and restrain disruptive or dangerous behavior as needed.
• Assist students with disabilities according to individual needs for instruction.
• Develop motor skills with individual students or small groups.
• Supervise students throughout the day in various settings.

Skills

Disability support

Follow directives

Communication

Bilingual

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Texas Education Aide Certification

Job description

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Aide - SPED - Specialized Support

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Job Details

Job ID: 5914988

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Paraprofessional-Inclusive Practices Specialized Support

Reports to: Principal

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Pay Grade: CP2

Annual Work Days Scheduled: 187

Date Revised: 6/17/2024

Primary Purpose

Under the supervision of a certified special education teacher, assists with the physical, social, emotional, and instructional needs of students with disabilities in the general education, bilingual and/or special education resource setting. Assist in the implementation of classroom programs for instruction, self-help and behavior management. Work under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of the general and/or special education teacher(s). Inclusive practices services are provided by paraprofessionals within the general education setting, and can encompass a wide range of supports including, but not limited to, direct/in-class support (ICS) within a general education setting, indirect support to general education staff on behalf of the student, and/or services in a special education resource setting.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Education Aide Certification Preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work well with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written directives
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Bilingual (preferred)

Experience:

• Two years experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Support

• Adapt instructional materials under the direction of the teacher
• Work one-one-one and/or in small groups as directed by the teacher
• Collect data regarding student progress
• Assist teacher in preparing 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 prepared required reports
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Social, Emotional, Behavioral, Functional Support

• Help manage the behavior of assigned 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.
• Assist students with disabilities according to individual needs for instruction (primary), transferring to and from wheelchair, lifting, positioning, signing, and other needs as assigned.
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special academic (primary), 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 as needed.
• Assist in supervising students throughout the day; inside and outside the classroom; in the cafeteria, in the hallway, at the drop-off/pick-up line and bus stop, on the bus, on the playground, on field trips; before and after school hours when in the school’s care; and at other times and locations as assigned.
• Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of assigned students.

Professional Growth and Development

• Maintain familiarity with district curriculum and initiatives to better serve the needs of students.

Other

• May be required to assist with specialized services on occasion such as, ISET, RESET, ECSE, CANS, and/or SAILS.
• Maintain confidentiality

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

General Employee Requirements

• Quality of Work – complete assignments meeting quality standards, to include accuracy, neatness, thoroughness and adherence to standards and safety rules.
• Quantity of Work – demonstrate the ability to manage several responsibilities simultaneously, perform work in a productive and timely manner, and meet work schedules.
• Work Habits – display a positive, cooperative attitude toward work assignments, working diligently to accomplish tasks assigned.
• Communication – communicate in a positive manner with others, to include listening and responding appropriately, expressing ideas orally and in writing in a manner that helps build a positive climate for the organization.
• Dependability – adhere to time frames, monitor projects and exercise follow-through, be on time for meetings and appointments, and respond appropriately to instructions and procedures.
• Cooperation – work well with co-workers and supervisors as a contributing team member, demonstrate consideration of and maintain rapport with others, and help others willingly.
• Initiative – seek and assume greater responsibility, monitor projects independently as required, and follow through appropriately.
• Adaptability – adjust well to any change in duties, procedures, supervisors or work environment, accept new ideas and approaches to work, and respond appropriately to constructive criticism and suggestions for work improvement.
• Judgment – effectively analyze problems, determine appropriate action for solutions, and use logical thinking to exhibit timely and decisive action.
• Attendance – attend work on a consistent basis, taking care to consider the use and number of absences in accordance with policy so that the organization is not negatively impacted.
• Punctuality – arrive to work and depart from work according to department and district requirements.

Working Conditions

Tools/Equipment Used

Personal computer and peripherals; wheelchair lift, ramp, and other instructional equipment that may be required by student need

Posture

Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion

Frequent walking

Lifting

May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist non ambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours

Environment

Exposure to biological hazards

Mental Demands

Maintain emotional control under stress

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: $14.16 to $19.28 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required