Special Education Aide — Life Skills & ECSE Support

Harlingen CISD; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Harlingen, Texas, is seeking Special Education Aides for the 2026-2027 school year. This role involves supporting students with disabilities, implementing individual education plans, and assisting with transportation needs. The ideal candidate will hold a High School Diploma or higher and demonstrate skills in communication and working with families. Experience in an educational environment is preferred. The position requires collaboration with certified teachers to enhance learning experiences.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent required.
• Must have a minimum of 48 semester credit hours or an Educational Aide Certificate.
• One year of experience in an educational environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities.
• Assist in implementing individual education plans.
• Provide supervision on school buses as needed.

Skills

Working with parents of children with disabilities

Following verbal and written instructions

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree or higher

Educational Aide Certificate

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Special Education Aides Pool (Life Skills, ECSE, One-on-One, Self Contained, BAC) 2026-2027 JobID: 2539

• Date Posted:
  1/26/2026
  
  
• Location:
  HCISD
  
  

Job Pool for all individuals interested in applying for Special EducationLife SkillsParaprofessionalsat any level. Individuals can apply here for current and/oranticipatedSpecial EducationLife SkillsParaprofessionalsvacancies. Principals will screen applications in this job posting when vacancies develop at their campuses.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Provide for the physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside the classroom. Assist in the implementation of individual education plans, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction. Work under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher. Provide supervision on school buses as necessary to insure the safety of students with special needs. Provide assistance to the bus driver in loading and unloading students who are in wheelchairs or who cannot use the bus steps.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma/GED
• An Associate's Degree or higher, or the equivalent of at least 48 semester credit hours from an accredited college or university
• Educational Aide Certificate or Bachelor's Degree

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work well with parents of children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Experience:

• One year experience in working in an educational environment preferred.

Postings current as of 10/28/2026 7:22:49 PM CST.

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