Special Education Aide

North Lamar Independent School District; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A Texas school district is seeking a Special Education Aide to support the special education teacher in meeting the needs of students with disabilities. You'll assist with instructional programs and manage behavior within the classroom, providing essential care for students. This role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Texas educational aide certificate, and the ability to communicate effectively. Helping maintain classroom order and fulfilling administrative tasks will also be crucial for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Need a valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in meeting the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Supervise students during activities inside and outside the classroom.

Skills

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Knowledge of general office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

Personal computer

Copier

Audiovisual equipment

Wheelchair lift

Ramp

Job description

Position Type: Special Education / Special Education Aide

Date Posted: 9/5/2025

Location: North Lamar High School

Special Education Aide Job Description

Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education setting. 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

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional Support

1. Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
2. Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
3. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
4. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
5. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

1. Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning.
2. Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
3. Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed.
4. Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
5. Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
6. Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
7. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

1. Maintain confidentiality.
2. 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.

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.

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