Instructional Aide - Special Education - Life Skills

Guajardo Elementary; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Guajardo Elementary in Texas City is seeking an Instructional Aide to support a Life Skills program for students with disabilities. You will assist in implementing classroom plans, including self-help and behavior management, under supervision of a certified teacher.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a valid Texas educational aide certificate, and either 48 college hours or passing the Paraprofessionals' Competencies test. Prior experience with children is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate is required.
• 48+ college hours or Paraprofessionals' Assessment of Competencies test if <48 college hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparation of instructional materials and displays.
• Maintain neat, orderly classroom and assist with inventory and equipment upkeep.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and reports; orient substitutes.

Skills

Child with disabilities

Instruction following

Communication

Office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas educational aide certificate

48+ college hours or Paraprofessionals' test

Job description

Instructional Aide - Special Education - Life Skills

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This job is also posted in Texas City Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5936078
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education setting. 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 GED

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

48 plus college hours or successful completion of the Paraprofessionals' Assessment of Competencies' test if applicant has less than 48 college hours.

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, or positioning.
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed.
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• 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.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Wheelchair lift, ramp, personal computer, copier, and audiovisual equipment.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; regular heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.

Days Employed: 187

Salary: Commensurate with TCISD hiring salary guide

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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