Special Education Aide High Needs - KMS

Krum ISD; Krum (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Krum ISD is seeking a Special Education Aide at Krum Middle School to support students with disabilities. You will assist with daily activities, implement IEPs, and work under the supervision of a certified teacher and principal.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, Texas educational aide certificate, and experience with children. The role involves handling physical needs and maintaining confidentiality in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED.
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Two years experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist with physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities inside and outside the classroom.
• Help implement IEPs, including self-help, behavior management, and instructional programs.
• Assist with transfer, lifting, positioning and personal care as needed.
• Help manage behavior and intervene in crises when necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Disabilities support

Follow written instructions

Effective communication

Student supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or two years of college

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Special Education Aide High Needs - KMS

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This job is also posted in ESC Region 11 District Consortium Job Board

Job Details

Job ID: 5963955

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 19, 2026 3:23 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Job Title: Special Education Aide Elementary - General/Resource Wage/Hour Status:Nonexempt

Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned Date Revised:2/25/26

Dept./School: Paraprofessional Support/Campus Assigned

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

Experience:

Two years experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• 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.
• Help manage the behavior of assigned student(s). This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student as needed.
• Recognize differences in student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction according.
• Work with assigned student(s) or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
• Assist assigned students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned student(s).
• Other
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in professional development programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

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

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > General Special Education

Contact Information

• Robert Butler , HR
• 1200 Bobcat Blvd.
• Krum, Texas 76249
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]