Special Education Aide

Apache Elementary; Fort Stockton (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Apache Elementary in Fort Stockton, Texas seeks a Special Education Aide to provide instructional support under a certified teacher's supervision. You will assist in preparing materials, guiding individual and small-group activities, and helping maintain an orderly classroom.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, plus an approved Texas educational aide certificate; associate degree or ESSA-qualified study is acceptable. Prior experience with children is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or two years of college, or ESSA-qualified assessment.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Ability to assist in reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Ability to work well with children.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of the teacher; work with individuals or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective tests or assignments.
• Help maintain an orderly, neat classroom.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help keep administrative records and reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Supervise students during the day, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duties.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Communication

Child interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree / 2 years college / ESSA

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Special Education Aide

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This job is also posted in Fort Stockton Ind Sch Dist , and Region 18 Education Service Center Consortium

Job Details

Job ID: 5894229

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 19, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title:

Special Education Aide

Reports to:

Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned

Dept./School:

Campus

Primary Purpose:

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate or

Associate’s degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of theteacher ; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain aneat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help the teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Make teachers aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in t he faculty meeting and special events as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion: Moderate walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to the sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Roxane Espino , Principal
• Apache Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]