Aide - SPED - Structured Autism Y/CAP

STANLEY ELEMENTARY; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

STANLEY ELEMENTARY in Katy, Texas, is seeking an Aide - SPED (Structured Autism) to support students with disabilities and assist the instructional staff. The position starts immediately and reports to the principal.

Responsibilities include implementing instructional activities, maintaining student records, and assisting with self-care tasks as needed while following district policies. A Texas Educational Aide II certificate is required; CPI certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• TX Educational Aide II certificate is required
• ParaPro test score 464 acceptable for non-Title I or 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
• CPI certification preferred (can be obtained after employment)

Responsibilities

• Adhere to policies for 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.
• Provide personal care support as needed per student IEPs.
• Other SHARS duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Instruction following

Child care

Attention to detail

CPI certification

Office equipment

Education

Educational Aide Certificate (Texas)

ParaPro Test 464

High School Diploma or GED

48 college hours for Title I campus

Job description

Aide - SPED - Structured Autism Y/CAP

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Job Details

Job ID: 5880729

Application Deadline: Aug 17, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 11, 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 a passing score of 464 on the ParaPro test) for Non-Title I campus
• Valid Texas Educational Aide II certificate
• 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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required