Special Education Aide: Empower Student Growth

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

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.