Resource Paraprofessional

Elysian Fields ISD; Elysian Fields (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Elysian Fields ISD seeks a dedicated Resource Paraprofessional for Elysian Fields High School to assist in meeting the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities. Under supervision, you will help implement classroom programs, prepare materials, supervise students, and maintain records.

You will support instructional and behavioral needs, assist with inventory and safety procedures, and help manage daily activities inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom and bus

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree or two years of college requested.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate required (in district postings).
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of general office equipment.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assist students with physical disabilities including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting; positioning; or assisting with personal care.

Skills

Ability to work with children with dis

Ability to follow verbal and written

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree / two years of college

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities. 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 hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

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 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; positioning; or assisting students with personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.

Keep teacher 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 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.

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 nonambulatory 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

Resource Paraprofessional

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This job is also posted in Elysian Fields Independent School District , and ESC Region 7 Consortium Job Board

Job Details

Job ID: 5918283
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jun 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities. 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 hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*

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 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; positioning; or assisting students with personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.

Keep teacher 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 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.

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 nonambulatory 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

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Darby Lawless , HR
• 2099 FM 451
• Waskom, Texas 75692
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]