Special Education Aide

NESMITH ELEMENTARY; Lavon (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

NESMITH ELEMENTARY in Lavon, Texas is seeking a Special Education Aide to support students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. You will assist in implementing instructional programs, adapting activities, and maintaining a positive learning environment under the supervision of the certified teacher.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a Texas educational aide certificate, and some experience with children.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree or 2 years of college preferred.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Some experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Keep administrative records and reports.
• Assist substitute teachers with orientation.
• Assist students with physical disabilities including transfers and personal care.
• Monitor behavior and intervene when needed.
• Supervise students during lunch, bus, and playground.

Skills

Disability support

Communication

Following instructions

Office equipment

Behavior management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or two years of college

Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

None

Job description

Special Education Aide

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Job Details

Job ID: 5953533

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

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

*Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.*

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

Salary: $26,487.64 to $38,305.48 Per Year

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tiffany Britton , Principal
• NESMITH ELEMENTARY
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]