Life Skills Aide

Kaufman Independent School District; Kaufman (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaufman Independent School District is seeking a Special Education Aide to support a special education teacher in providing for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities.

Under supervision of the principal and certified teacher, you will help implement classroom programs, assist with self-help and behavior management, and support instructional activities throughout the day.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate is required.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities is essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Familiarity with general office equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and displays.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom environment.
• Assist with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment.
• Help with administrative records and required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist students with physical disabilities, including transfers and positioning.
• Support students with personal care needs and mobility.
• Assist with behavior management and crisis intervention as needed.
• Supervise students during the school day and duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Interpersonal skills

Caring for students

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Educational Aide certificate

Tools

Office equipment knowledge

Job description

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Special Education Aide
• Date Posted:
  8/17/2026

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
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

1.Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
2.Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
3.Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
4.Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
5.Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

6.Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning.
7.Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
8.Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed.
9.Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
10.Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
11.Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
12.Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

13.Maintain confidentiality.
14.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.
Works 178 school days.