Special Education LIFE Aide (26-27 SY) - Townsell ES

Young World Physical Education; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Irving, Texas, is seeking a dedicated Special Education Aide. The role involves assisting the special education teacher in meeting the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities, supervising students throughout the school day, and providing necessary personal care. Ideal candidates should possess a High School Diploma and a Paraprofessional Certificate, alongside skills in effective communication and the ability to work well with children with disabilities. The position is essential in fostering a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum education is a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have an Educational Aide I Paraprofessional Certificate.
• Experience working with children/students and persons with disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist special education teacher to provide for students' physical and instructional needs.
• Supervise students throughout the school day, including lunchroom and playground.
• Manage the behavior of students and intervene in crises when necessary.
• Assist teacher in maintaining, copying, transferring confidential folders as required.
• Assist special needs students with individual tasks including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, positioning, feeding, bathroom needs, personal hygiene.
• Assist in managing the behavior of students and crisis intervention.
• Adapt to each student’s medical, physical, communicative, emotional, and safety needs as directed.
• Prepare materials for individual students or small groups to develop skills under teacher direction.
• Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students.
• Uphold and enforce school rules and policies.
• Participate in staff development and meetings.

Skills

Ability to work well with children with disabilities

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Educational Aide I Paraprofessional Certificate

Tools

Computer/peripherals

Adaptive equipment

Job description

Special Education LIFE Aide (26-27 SY) - Townsell ES

Irving ISD Townsell ES - Irving, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 5553649
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Feb 24, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

SPECIAL EDUCATION AIDE LEARNING

IN A FUNCTIONAL ENVIRONMENT (LIFE)

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Special Education Aide

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt

FUNDING SOURCE: Local or Federal

REPORTS TO: Principal

PAY GRADE: 035 (187 Days)

DEPARTMENT: Assigned Campus

DATE REVISED: May 2021

This position is eligible for a Letter of Reasonable Assurance

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Assist the special education teacher to provide for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities. Assist in the implementation of classroom programs, personal care needs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction. Work under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Certification:

• Educational Aide I Paraprofessional Certificate
• High School Diploma or GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work well with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

Minimum Experience: Experience working with children/students, parents, or persons with disabilities

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Maintain confidentiality
• Keep accurate records of students with disabilities and furnish to appropriate personnel in a timely manner
• Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus duty, playground, and community
• Assist teacher in maintaining, copying, transferring confidential folders as required
• Assist special needs students with individual tasks as may be required including, but not limited to, transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, positioning, feeding, bathroom needs, personal hygiene
• Assist in managing the behavior of students and crisis intervention
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, emotional, and safety needs through in-service and/or teacher direction
• Work with and/or prepare materials for individual students or small groups to develop skills through instructional activities under teacher direction
• Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and legal/local board policies
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned

EQUIPMENT USED

Copier, facsimile, computer/peripherals, adaptive equipment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem-solving skill while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision-making. May be required to lift or transfer students to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning students with physical disabilities

Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision-making. Possible exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling

Occasional irregular hours.

Safety: Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by