RISE Special Education Aide — Empower Students

Young World Physical Education; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Grapevine, Texas invites applications for a Special Education Assistant supporting the RISE program at Timberline Elementary. This role assists students with significant developmental disabilities, helping with academics, daily living skills, and behavioral supports under professional supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, and coursework or credential options; prior experience in education is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associates degree or higher is preferred.
• Educational Aide Certification may be pursued after employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and assistance for students with significant social, communication, mobility, cognitive and/or behavioral challenges.
• Help students take care of physical needs and personal care including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning.

Skills

Patience

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or higher

Educational Aide Certification

Job description

Young World Physical Education in Grapevine, Texas invites applications for a Special Education Assistant supporting the RISE program at Timberline Elementary. This role assists students with significant developmental disabilities, helping with academics, daily living skills, and behavioral supports under professional supervision.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, and coursework or credential options; prior experience in education is preferred.