Educ Aide - Spec Ed - Lifeskills

Young World Physical Education; Andrews (TX); On-site; USD 16,015 - 19,183; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking an Educational Aide for their campus in Texas, starting on August 3, 2026. The role focuses on meeting the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities, supporting instructional methods, and ensuring a safe learning environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, a Texas educational aide certificate, and the ability to work effectively with diverse student needs. This full-time position offers a salary of $1,577 per month.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate needed.
• Ability to assist children with physical disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of classroom programs.
• Help manage behavior of students and provide personal care as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and participate in staff training.

Skills

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Formal academic assessment or associate’s degree

Tools

Standard office equipment

Standard instructional equipment

Job description

Educ Aide - Spec Ed - LifeSkills

Job ID: 5727247

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

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 of 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: $1,577 Per Month

Job Requirements

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