Special Education Aide-Inclusion - Bridges MS (2026-2027)

BRIDGES MS; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridges MS in Prosper, Texas, seeks a Special Education Aide-Inclusion for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom under the direction of a certified teacher.

Responsibilities include preparing instructional materials, maintaining records, and supervising students during activities. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a Texas educational aide certificate, and prior experience with children.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Maintain a neat, orderly classroom and assist with inventory and records.
• Provide orientation to substitute teachers and assist with reports.
• Supervise students during the day including meals, bus, and playground duties.

Skills

Ability to work with children with dis

Follow verbal and written instructions

Communicate effectively

General office equipment knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or 2 years study

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Special Education Aide-Inclusion - Bridges MS (2026-2027)

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5916415
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Sep 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately
• Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories

• Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
• Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Description

Minimum Salary: $27,408/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

• 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 prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• 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.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous students as needed.
• Recognize differences in each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly.
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

Other

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training 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

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required