Special Education Aide

Rogers Independent School District; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Rogers Independent School District in Midland, Texas, is seeking a Special Education Aide to assist special education teachers in meeting the needs of students with disabilities. This role involves providing physical and instructional support, managing behavior, and aiding in personal care for students.

The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or GED and some experience working with children. Strong communication skills and the ability to follow instructions are essential. Responsibilities extend to maintaining classroom order and helping students with various needs throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of general office equipment.
• Some experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs.
• Assist students with personal care including feeding and hygiene.
• Supervise students throughout the school day.
• Keep teacher informed of students' special needs.

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning Monday, June 8, 2026 12:00 AM (Central Standard Time).

Special Education Aide

Job Title: Special Education Aide

Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Principal and any assigned Teacher(s)

Date Revised: November 2025

Primary Purpose:

Help special education teachers provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a special education setting. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of the principal and immediate direction of the certified teacher.

Qualifications

Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED

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, or positioning.
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed.
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• 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.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equipment Used

Wheelchair lift, ramp, personal computer, copier, and audiovisual equipment.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; regular heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.