Special Education Aide

Sunnyvale ISD; Sunnyvale (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunnyvale ISD is looking for a Special Educational Aide to support students with disabilities in a classroom setting. Responsibilities include preparing instructional materials, assisting with personal care, and helping manage student behavior. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, and a valid educational aide certificate, while also demonstrating the ability to communicate effectively and work with children. This position is essential for fostering a supportive educational environment and requires adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP).
• Some experience working with children is preferred.
• Must maintain confidentiality and follow safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist assigned students with personal care and physical needs.
• Work with students to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises.

Skills

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED certificate

Associate's degree or two years of study at an institution

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

Standard office equipment

Standard instructional equipment

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Special Educational Aide
Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt
Reports to: Principal and Director of Special Education
Salary Range: District Salary Scale
Dept./School: Assigned campus
Date: April 29, 2026
Length of Work Year: 10 months
School Year: 2026-2027

Primary Purpose

Help meet physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside classroom. Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP), 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
  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 assistance to substitute teachers.
• Student Management
  1. Help meet the individual needs of student(s) including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting and positioning; interpreting instructions; and assisting with physical needs and personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
  2. Help manage the behavior of assigned student(s). This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student as needed.
  3. Recognize differences in student\'s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction according.
  4. Work with assigned student(s) or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
  5. Assist assigned students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
  6. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned student(s).
• Other
  1. Maintain confidentiality.
  2. Participate in professional development programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
  3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Demands

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 non-ambulatory 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

Notes

Application Procedures: This description originally included application instructions and boilerplate material which has been removed to focus on job responsibilities and qualifications. For actual posting, refer to the district's official careers page.