Special Education Aide: IEP Support & Classroom Assistant

wacoisd; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking an Aide – Special Education in Waco to assist with implementing student IEPs and supporting a special education teacher. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe and orderly environment while helping students with their personal care needs and learning activities.

The ideal candidate should have an Associate’s degree or equivalent education, along with a valid Texas educational aide certificate. Strong communication skills and previous experience working with children are essential.

This is a full-time position with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or relevant educational background required.
• Some experience working with children in a classroom setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Special Education teacher in implementing student IEPs.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly learning environment.
• Assist with personal care needs under teacher direction.
• Manage student behavior and implement behavior intervention plans.

Skills

Ability/willingness to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively with adults and children

Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Ability to adapt to changes in routine and needs of students

Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to use basic job-related equipment

Ability to work with and effectively communicate with diverse groups

Education

Associate’s degree or two years of study (60 college hours)

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

Computer

Projector

Copier

Scanner

Job description

Aide - Special Ed - Aspire

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This job is also posted in ESC Region 12

Job Details

Job ID: 5721598
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: May 18, 2026 7:00 PM (UTC)
This job posting is closed

Job Description

Job Title: Aide – Special Education

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt/At-Will

Reports To: Principal & Teacher(s) Assigned

Pay Grade/Days: 203/187 Days

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Date Revised: June 2017





Primary Purpose:

Assist Special Education teacher in implementing student IEP’s. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.



Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Associate’s degree or two years of study (60 college hours) at an institute of higher learning or Paraprofessional Institute Certificate

Valid Texas educational aide certificate



Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability/willingness to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively with adults and children

Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Ability to adapt to changes in routine and needs of students

Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to use basic job-related equipment (computer, projector, copier, scanner, etc.)

Ability to work with and effectively communicate with diverse groups



Experience

Some experience working with children



Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Implement and progress monitor student IEP’s under the direction of the Special Education teacher.

Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials.

Help maintain a neat and orderly learning environment.

Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.

Collect data daily, keep administrative records, and prepare required reports under the direction of the Special Education teacher.

Assist students with physical needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning, under the direction of the Special Education teacher.

Assist students with personal care needs, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene, under the direction of the Special Education teacher.

Manage student behavior, to include implementation of behavior intervention plans and research-based behavioral interventions as directed by the Special Education teacher.

Under the supervision of a certified teacher or campus administrator, intervene in crisis situations and physically restrain students, within District approved procedures, as necessary for staff and student safety.

Establish and maintain appropriate communication and professional relationships with parents, students, colleagues, and community members.

Assist in supervising special education students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This may include cafeteria, bus, and recreational areas

Maintain confidentiality to comply with FERPA regulations

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

Perform other duties related to Special Education as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None



Equipment Used:

Patient lift, ramp, copier, computer, audiovisual equipment, and specialized equipment or materials necessary to support student IEP’s.



Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling,

pushing, and pulling; regular heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to bacteria

and communicable diseases.



Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.







Non Discrimination Statement



The Waco Independent School District is an equal opportunity educational provider and employer who does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information or non-proficiency in English language skills in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment matters. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Americans with Disabilities Act; and school board policy not to discriminate in such a manner.



For information about your rights or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title IX, please email [e-mail] or contact Waco ISD Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources at 254-755-9410 or Assistant Superintendent for Student Services and Support at 254-755-9417. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Title VI and Title VII, as amended, contact the Waco ISD Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources at 254-755-9410. For information or complaints regarding compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, contact Waco ISD Special Education Executive Director at 254-755-9569 or write to P.O. Box 27, Waco, TX, 76703.

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > General Special Education

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