Special Education Aide-Functional Academics - Prosper HS (2026-2027)

PROSPER HS; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

PROSPER HS in Prosper, TX is seeking a Special Education Aide-Functional Academics for the 2026-2027 year. The role supports students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom, under the supervision of a certified teacher and school principal.

Starting date is immediate, with duties including instructional support and student supervision throughout the day. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, plus Texas aide certificate, and may require an associate degree or two years of

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree or two years of college coursework required.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Maintain a neat, orderly classroom and assist with inventory and equipment care.
• Keep administrative records and reports; assist substitute teachers.
• Assist students with disabilities including transfers and personal care as needed.
• Help manage student behavior and safety; intervene in crises when required.
• Support development of motor skills in small groups or individual students.
• Supervise students during lunch, bus, and playground duty.
• Maintain confidentiality and participate in staff development and meetings.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Work under supervision of certified teachers and principal.

Skills

Disability support

Verbal/written communication

Interpersonal communication

Office equipment literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or two years of college

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Special Education Aide-Functional Academics - Prosper HS (2026-2027)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Minimum Salary: $28,927/Days: 185

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

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

6. 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.

7. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

8. Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous students as needed.

9. Recognize differences in each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly.

10. Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.

11. Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

Other

12. Maintain confidentiality.

13. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.

14. 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

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required