Special Education Classroom Aide

Hudson Middle School; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudson Independent School Dist Hudson Middle School in Lufkin, Texas is seeking a Special Education Aide to support students with disabilities under the supervision of certified staff. You will assist with instructional activities, self-help skills, behavior management, and routine classroom operations to maintain an organized learning environment.

The position is full-time, nonexempt, with starting date immediately.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or two years of college; or have met formal academic assessment as required by NCLB
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate (contact Hudson ISD for details)
• Ability to work with children with disabilities and follow instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and students

Responsibilities

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials and displays
• Assist with maintaining a neat and orderly classroom
• Assist with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment
• Assist students with physical disabilities and daily living tasks (transfers, personal care)

Skills

Ability to work with children with diff

Follow verbal and written instructions

Effective communication

Knowledge of office equipment

Education

Associate’s degree or two years of college

Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

None

Job description

Special Education Classroom Aide

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This job is also posted in ESC Region 7 Consortium Job Board , and Hudson Independent School Dist

Job Details

Job ID: 5950932
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Special Education Aide Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Principal and Teachers

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose:

Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a special education setting. 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:

Associate’s degree/two years of study at an institution of higher learning

OR have met formal academic assessment as required by the No Child Left Behind Act (Administered by HISD)

AND

Must have a Valid Texas educational aide certificate (contact Hudson ISD for more information on how to obtain this 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

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.

*Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice. The district Title IX Coordinator is Mr. Scott Martindale, Superintendent, 6735 Ted Trout Dr., Lufkin, TX 75904 ph: 936-875-9256.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $15,875 to $26,985 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Stephanie McClenny , Principal
• Hudson Middle School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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