Aide - SPED - Structured Autism Y/CAP

LEONARD ELEMENTARY; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Katy ISD Leonard Elementary in Katy, Texas seeks an SPED Aide to support instructional and student-care activities. Responsibilities include maintaining records, assisting with therapy programs, and aiding teachers in daily operations.

CPI certification is preferred and training will be provided as needed. Open to candidates with Texas Educational Aide II or ParaPro credentials and the ability to work with students with disabilities in a dynamic classroom setting.

Qualifications

• Requires Texas Educational Aide II certificate.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of general office equipment.
• CPI certification preferred (can be obtained after employment).

Responsibilities

• Adhere to policies for special education aides.
• Participate in in-services and professional growth.
• Assist in instructional program.
• Maintain student records and data collection.
• Prepare and maintain instructional materials/equipment.
• Assist with teacher-planned activities, exercises and drills.
• Assist with self-care activities including feeding and toileting.
• Support therapy programs, may require lifting/positioning.
• Attend professional meetings as required.
• Provide orientation to substitute teachers.
• Physically prompt students as needed.
• Perform other SHARS duties as assigned.
• Provide personal care as identified in IEPs.

Skills

Communication

Follow instructions

Disability support

Office equipment

CPI knowledge (preferred)

Education

Texas Educational Aide II certificate

ParaPro / 48 college hours option

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 or high school diploma or GED (with a passing score of 464 on the ParaPro test) 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)

Please Note: Additional Qualification for Title I Campus:

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

Primary Purpose:

Clerical, 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 maintaining student records, audit folders and data collection.
• 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.
• 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.

Equipment Used:

Personal computer, copier, printer, voice output devices, playground equipment and motor lab equipment.

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 - Structured Autism Y/CAP

Katy ISD LEONARD ELEMENTARY - Katy, Texas

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Job Details

Job ID: 5973768

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]