Special Education Aide-Functional Academics - Rock Hill HS (2026-2027)

Young World Physical Education; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 26,034 - 31,819; Full time

Job summary

Prosper ISD Rock Hill HS in Frisco, Texas is seeking a Special Education Aide-Functional Academics for the 2026-2027 school year. This role supports students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom, assisting with instructional programs, self-help activities, and behavior management under the direction of a certified teacher.

Responsibilities include preparing materials, maintaining an organized classroom, assisting with records, supervising students, and helping with mobility and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or two years of college coursework required or preferred.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate required.
• Experience with children encouraged.

Responsibilities

• 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 reports.

Skills

Work with children with disabilities

Follow verbal and written instructions

Communicate effectively

General office equipment

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or two years of college

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Special Education Aide-Functional Academics - Rock Hill HS (2026-2027)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5847867

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

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:

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.
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.
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 Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > Severe/Profound Disabilities

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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