Special Education Aide: Support & Inspire Students

Comal Independent School District; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Comal Independent School District is seeking a dedicated paraprofessional to assist teachers with instructional activities and to support students, including those with disabilities. The role involves preparing materials, supervising classroom tasks, and helping with records and reporting.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, a Texas Educational Aide Certificate, and relevant experience with children.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate required.
• Completion of at least two years of college or an associate degree, or demonstrated equivalency.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist students with physical disabilities as needed (transfers, lifting, positioning).
• Help manage behavior and intervene in crisis situations as needed.
• Support individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct exercises.
• Supervise students during the school day (lunchroom, bus, playground).
• Maintain confidentiality and participate in staff development and meetings.
• Adhere to district record-keeping policies and retention schedules.

Skills

Disability support

Instruction following

Effective communication

General office equipment

Education

HS Diploma or GED

TX Educational Aide Certificate

Two years college or AA degree or equivalency

Job description

Comal Independent School District is seeking a dedicated paraprofessional to assist teachers with instructional activities and to support students, including those with disabilities. The role involves preparing materials, supervising classroom tasks, and helping with records and reporting.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, a Texas Educational Aide Certificate, and relevant experience with children.