KJH Paraprofessional/ Life Skills

Keene Junior High School; Keene (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Keene Junior High School is seeking a Paraprofessional - Life Skills to support students with disabilities in a classroom setting. You will assist in implementing programs, manage behavior, and help with self-help and instructional activities under the supervision of a certified teacher.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a Texas educational aide certificate, with experience working with children.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate required.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Strong communication skills and familiarity with office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Keep the classroom neat and orderly and manage equipment inventory.
• Maintain records and help teachers with reports and substitute orientation.
• Support student behavior management and safety; assist with personal care needs as required.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, and transitions as directed.

Skills

Ability to work with students with dis

Effective communication

Follow verbal and written instructions

General office knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

KJH Paraprofessional/ Life Skills

Keene ISD Keene Junior High School - Keene, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in ESC Region 11 District Consortium Job Board , and Keene Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5888089

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Paraprofessional - Life Skills

Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s)

Date Revised: April 2025

Dept./School: KJH

Primary Purpose:

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

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

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

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 teachers prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teachers 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 teachers 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 the 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.
• Other duties 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 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 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)

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

* Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Julie McKintosh , Principal
• Keene Junior High School
• Email: [e-mail]