Educational Aide III

ACADEMIC & BEHAVIOR SCH-E; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Department of Education ACADEMIC & BEHAVIOR SCH-E in Houston, TX is seeking an Educational Aide III to assist in preparing instructional materials and managing classroom activities under the supervision of a certified teacher. The role requires working with at-risk and special needs students, following a behavior management system, and using de-escalation techniques.

Responsibilities include supervising students, administering tests, maintaining records, and supporting daily

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• 30 semester hours of college credit with some emphasis on child growth and development or three creditable years as an educational aide I or II.
• SBEC Educational Aide III paraprofessional certificate.

Responsibilities

• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and board policy.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises.
• Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or assignments.
• Assist in supervising students throughout the school day (lunchroom, bus duty, playground).
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care as needed.
• Assist in managing student behavior and crisis intervention, including restraining disruptive or dangerous behavior as needed.
• Keep staff informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.

Skills

At-risk students

Behavior management

Verbal de-escalation

Adult collaboration

Written communication

General computer knowledge

Therapeutic restraint techniques

Education

HS diploma/GED

30 college credits in child growth/related area or 3 years as aide I/II

SBEC Educational Aide III certificate

Tools

None

Job description

Harris County Department of Education ACADEMIC & BEHAVIOR SCH-E - Houston, Texas Open in Google Maps

Educational Aide III

This job is also posted in HARRIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Job Details

Job ID: 5883471

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 12, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Assist in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under the supervision of a certified teacher.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Thirty (30) semester hours of college credit with some emphasis on child growth and development or related subject areas or three creditable years of experience as either an educational aide I or II
• State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) Educational Aide III paraprofessional certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to work with at-risk and special needs students
• Ability to work within a specialized behavior management system
• Ability to learn, utilize and control student behavior through verbal de-escalation techniques
• Ability to work well with adults
• Ability to communicate effectively orally as well as written expression
• General knowledge of computer systems and software applications
• Ability to learn and utilize specialized therapeutic restraint techniques to control student behavior, when appropriate

Experience

• Experience working with students with special needs and students in at-risk situations

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
• Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus duty, and playground.
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care as needed.
• Assist in managing the behavior of students and crisis intervention, including restraining disruptive or dangerous physical behavior as needed.
• Keep the teacher and administrative staff informed of any special needs or problems of individual students.
• Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports.
• Participate in in-service training programs, faculty meetings, and special events.
• Treat all staff with dignity, integrity and respect.
• Conduct physical student searches
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform other duties as assigned by campus principal or senior director.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $29,414 to $35,877 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 6300 Irvington Blvd.
• Houston, Texas 77022
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]