Special Ed Life Skills Aide — Direct Instruction

Waxahachie Independent School District; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Waxahachie Independent School District seeks an Aide Special Populations, Life Skills to support a special education classroom. The role involves direct student instruction, classroom organization, and assisting with scheduling, documentation, and behavior management.

Responsibilities include assisting with physical needs, supervision before/after school, and collaborating with teachers to implement individualized programs for students with disabilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or 48 hours at an institution of higher learning or equivalent.
• Paraprofessional Aide Certification required (can be obtained after employment).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction under direct supervision of teacher.
• Maintain neat and orderly classroom and assist in equipment care.
• Assist in administrative records and reports; support substitute teachers.
• Assist with transferring and positioning of students with disabilities.
• Support students with personal care and feeding as needed.
• Help manage student behavior and safety within classroom guidelines.

Skills

Disability support

Detail oriented

Computer skills

Instructional support

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree / 48 hours

Paraprofessional Aide Certification

Job description

Waxahachie Independent School District seeks an Aide Special Populations, Life Skills to support a special education classroom. The role involves direct student instruction, classroom organization, and assisting with scheduling, documentation, and behavior management.

Responsibilities include assisting with physical needs, supervision before/after school, and collaborating with teachers to implement individualized programs for students with disabilities.