Special Education Instructional Aide

Young World Physical Education; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 17,388 - 24,765; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Full-Time Special Education Instructional Aide at New Braunfels High School, Texas. The role involves assisting the special education teacher in providing support for students with disabilities, helping with classroom programs, and managing behavior effectively.

The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma along with an Educational Aide Certificate. The position offers a starting pay of $15.30 per hour with opportunities for further development and training.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist physically disabled students with daily needs.
• Paraprofessional Assessment Certification required.
• Experience in a special education setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in maintaining classroom order and instructional materials.
• Help manage behavior of students and support their individual needs.
• Participate in staff development and training programs.

Skills

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Educational Aide Certificate issued by SBEC

Paraprofessional Assessment Certificate, Associates Degree or 48 semester hours of college

Tools

Wheelchair lift

Personal computer

Copier

Audiovisual equipment

Job description

Special Education Instructional Aide

New Braunfels High School, New Braunfels, Texas

This job is also posted in New Braunfels

Job Details

Job ID: 5727564

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Primary Purpose

Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in 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

• High school diploma or GED
• Educational Aide Certificate issued by SBEC
• Paraprofessional Assessment Certificate, Associates Degree or two years (48 semester hours) of college

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

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
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute

Student Management

• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including bathroom needs and transferring to and from
• Help manage behavior of students. This includes interviewing in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs while working with individuals or in small
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual

Other

• Maintain
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Attend training on physical restraint each
• Assist with medical logs as

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment Used

Wheelchair lift, ramps, personal computer, copier, typewriter, and audiovisual equipment

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; occasional districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress Occasional districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.30 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jennifer Morgan , Assistant Principal
• New Braunfels High School
• Email: [e-mail]