Special Education Aide - Hands-On Student Support

Temple ISD; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple ISD is seeking an Educational Aide to help meet the physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside the classroom. You will assist with IEP implementation under the supervision of a certified teacher and school administrator.

Responsibilities include helping with transfers, positioning, behavior management, and promoting student safety. The role requires collaboration with teachers, following instructions, and maintaining confidentiality in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s degree or two years of college studies preferred.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate required.
• Two years of experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help meet the individual needs of students including transfers 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.
• Help manage the behavior of assigned student(s); intervene in crisis situations and restrain disruptive or dangerous students as needed.
• Recognize differences in students’ special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly.
• Work with assigned students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises.
• Assist assigned students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom (lunchroom, bus, playground).
• Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of assigned student(s).
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in professional development, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Skills

Ability to work with children with dis

Follow verbal and written instructions

Communicate effectively

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or 2 years of college

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Temple ISD is seeking an Educational Aide to help meet the physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside the classroom. You will assist with IEP implementation under the supervision of a certified teacher and school administrator.

Responsibilities include helping with transfers, positioning, behavior management, and promoting student safety. The role requires collaboration with teachers, following instructions, and maintaining confidentiality in a