Special Education LIFE Aide - Classroom Support

Brown ES; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown ES in Irving, Texas, is seeking a Special Education LIFE Aide (26-27 SY) to support students with disabilities in a functional environment. The role requires aiding a certified teacher and ensuring safety, personal care, and instructional tasks are carried out accurately.

Responsibilities include supervising students, maintaining confidential files, and assisting in classroom activities. This nonexempt, 187-day position pays an hourly wage and reports to the principal.

Qualifications

• Assist students with disabilities in physical and instructional needs.
• Follow verbal and written instructions to support classroom activities.
• Demonstrate effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality of student records.
• Keep accurate records of students with disabilities and share with appropriate staff.
• Supervise students inside and outside the classroom (lunch, bus, playground).
• Assist teacher with copying and transferring confidential folders as required.
• Assist students with tasks including transferring, lifting, positioning, feeding, and personal care.
• Help manage student behavior and provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Adapt to each student’s medical, physical, and safety needs under direction.
• Prepare materials for individual students or small groups as directed.
• Inform teacher of any special needs or problems affecting students.
• Uphold school rules and district policies; participate in meetings and events.

Skills

Disability support

Verbal & written instructions

Communication & organization

Education

Educational Aide I Paraprofessional Certificate

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Brown ES in Irving, Texas, is seeking a Special Education LIFE Aide (26-27 SY) to support students with disabilities in a functional environment. The role requires aiding a certified teacher and ensuring safety, personal care, and instructional tasks are carried out accurately.

Responsibilities include supervising students, maintaining confidential files, and assisting in classroom activities. This nonexempt, 187-day position pays an hourly wage and reports to the principal.