Life Skills Aide – Special Education Paraprofessional

Kilgore Middle School; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Kilgore Middle School in Kilgore, TX is seeking an Life Skills paraprofessional to support special education students under a certified teacher's supervision.

Primary duties include assisting with IEP implementation, helping cooperating teachers prepare and manage classroom activities, and performing administrative tasks to support instruction. Must have strong communication and relate well to children; district assists with credential attainment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Degree or two years of college preferred.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate; district will assist to obtain.
• CPI certification; district will assist to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing IEPs for special education students.
• Assist cooperating teachers in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements.
• Work under the supervision of a certified teacher.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa may be required.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Work with children

Office equipment

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Degree or 2 years of college

Texas educational aide certificate

CPI certification

Tools

Office equipment familiarity

Job description

Kilgore Middle School in Kilgore, TX is seeking an Life Skills paraprofessional to support special education students under a certified teacher's supervision.

Primary duties include assisting with IEP implementation, helping cooperating teachers prepare and manage classroom activities, and performing administrative tasks to support instruction. Must have strong communication and relate well to children; district assists with credential attainment.