PEARS Aide, #4448 (2026-2027)

Pearland ISD; Texas; On-site; USD 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearland ISD is seeking a dedicated Education Aide to assist the special education teacher in preparing and managing classroom activities for students with disabilities. You will support program implementation, including self-help and behavior management, and help collect data to track progress under supervision.

The role requires collaboration with the certified teacher and school administrators to ensure a safe, supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Texas Educational Aide Certificate (can be obtained after hire).
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of college study.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education teacher in preparing and managing classroom activities.
• Support in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, data collection, and instruction.
• Work under supervision of a principal and a certified teacher.

Skills

Child with disabilities support

Follow instructions

Confidentiality

General office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Associates degree or two years college

Job description

Primary Purpose

Assist the special education teacher in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements to provide for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a special education setting. Assist in the implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, data collection, and instruction. Work under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate (Can be obtained once hired)
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to work well with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience

• Two years of experience working with children

Working Conditions

• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
• Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: 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 nonambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment; Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases)

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Pay Grade

IS203

Pay Rate

Min. $16.05; Mid. $19.34

Days

# of days 179