DAEP- Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional

Alternative Education Program; Livingston (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Livingston Independent School District's Alternative Education Program is seeking a DAEP-Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional. The role supports students under certified teachers, assisting with instruction and classroom activities.

Starting immediately, requires an associate degree or equivalent, and a Texas educational aide certificate. Some experience with children preferred; full-time position with duties including supervision and administrative support.

Qualifications

• Assurance of reading, writing and math instruction
• Ability to work well with children
• Effective communication and teamwork

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a teacher; work with individual students or small groups
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective tests and assignments
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom
• Assist with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment
• Help teachers keep administrative records and reports
• Orient and assist substitute teachers
• Supervise students during lunch, bus, and playground
• Notify teachers of special needs or problems of individual students
• Participate in staff development and faculty meetings

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Math instruction

Effective communication

Child interaction

Education

Associate degree

Two years of college study

No Child Left Behind assessment

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

DAEP- Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Job ID: 5907264

Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Paraprofessional Levels I-III

Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned

Date Revised: 07/21/2023

Dept./School: Department or Campus Assigned

Primary Purpose:

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

Associate's degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the No Child Left Behind Act

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Support

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Make teachers aware of the special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion: Moderate walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. You understand that supplemental duty assignments may be modified or discontinued at any time for any reason or no reason at all, at the sole discretion of the District, and that the Board of Trustees may change, modify, or eliminate the stipend for supplemental duties at any time. This document may not be modified without the prior consent of the Director of Personnel.

Reviewed by Date

Received by Date

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20,000 to $30,055 Per Year

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required