Educ Aide - Spec Ed/ Lifeskills

Andrews Middle School; Andrews (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Andrews Middle School in Andrews, Texas is seeking an Educational Aide for a Spec Ed/Lifeskills classroom to support students with disabilities under the supervision of a certified teacher.

The role focuses on implementing classroom programs, assisting with self-help and behavior management, and maintaining safety and confidentiality while supporting day-to-day instructional activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree or two years of college education.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of general office equipment.
• Some experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Help teacher prepare 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 prepare reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist students with physical disabilities as needed and monitor safety.
• Supervise students during lunch, bus, and playground times.
• Follow district safety protocols and confidentiality rules.
• Participate in staff development and meetings.

Skills

Ability to work with children with dis

Follow verbal and written instructions

Communicate effectively

Knowledge of office equipment

Experience with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or two years of college

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Educ Aide - Spec Ed/ Lifeskills

Andrews Independent School District Andrews Middle School - Andrews, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5915989
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Educational Aide - Spec Ed

Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Campus Principal

Date Revised: January 5,2024

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose:

Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience:

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• Help teacher prepare 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 prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting; positioning; or assisting students with personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous students as needed.
• Recognize differences in each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly.
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students

Posture: Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking and reaching

Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning or students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases)

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

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $101.20 Per Day
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required