ES-Instructional Aide Sped- ECSE

Young World Physical Education; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,890 - 30,582; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking an Instructional Aide for their San Antonio location. This full-time role involves assisting teachers in delivering educational and support services to special needs students, ensuring an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience with special needs children and must possess a valid Texas educational aide certificate. This position offers a starting salary ranging from $15.89 to $22.20 per hour, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience with special needs children.
• Ability to support students physically and emotionally.
• Satisfactory completion of fingerprinting background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with instructional materials preparation.
• Supervise students throughout the school day.
• Help maintain an orderly classroom environment.

Skills

Ability to work with students with disabilities

Effective communication skills

Team collaboration

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Minimum of 48 semester college hours

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

South San Antonio Independent School District Roy Benavidez Elementary School - San Antonio, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Description

Job Title: Instructional Aide Sped- ECSE

Reports To: Campus Principal

Department: Campus Assigned

Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Pay Grade: IS3

Days: 187

Primary Purpose:
Assist teacher with the delivery of instructional and special education services to special needs students and provide additional student support as needed.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Minimum of forty eight (48) semester college hours from an accredited college or university; High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency) and passed the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) test; and be eligible to obtain a paraprofessional certificate issued by the State Board of Educator Certification
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non‑refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to work with students with severe learning, physical and/or emotional disabilities.
• Ability to work as a member of a team to provide assistance to students according to ARD/IEPs.
• Knowledge of types of special education disability areas and the specific needs associated with these areas.
• Ability to restrain and physically support and/or assist team members with the students’ physical support of students of up to 100 pounds in weight.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Experience:

One year experience working with special needs children.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.

Student Management

• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Serve as a positive role model for children and support the mission of SSAISD.

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; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students
Posture: Frequent walking, 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 non‑ambulatory 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). May be required for toileting, feeding, and lifting Special Needs students. May be required under specific circumstances to provide physical restraints of students in danger or causing harm to themselves or others.
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

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.

Job Details

Job ID: 5795019

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $15.89 to $22.20 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• 5622 Ray Ellison Blvd.
• San Antonio, Texas 78242
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]