Special Education Paraprofessional

Kennedale ISD; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 2,342,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennedale ISD is seeking a Special Education Paraprofessional at R. F. Patterson Elementary in Arlington, TX. The role supports students with disabilities inside and outside the classroom and aids with IEP implementation under supervision of a certified teacher.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, a Texas educational aide certificate, and two years of experience with children. The position is full-time with school-day hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of college or second-year college study preferred.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with individual student needs inside and outside classroom.
• Assist with IEP implementation including self-help, behavior management and instructional programs.
• Support students with physical needs and personal care as directed by teacher.
• Maintain confidentiality and participate in professional development.

Skills

IEP support

Instructional aide

Behavior management

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years college study

Texas educational aide cert

Job description

Special Education Paraprofessional

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This job is also posted in ESC Region 11 District Consortium Job Board , and Kennedale Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5924782

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 11, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose: Help meet physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside classroom. Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP), 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 hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning* Valid Texas educational aide 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: Two years experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Student Management
• 1. Help meet the individual needs of student(s) including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting and positioning; interpreting instructions; and assisting with physical needs and personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• 2. Help manage the behavior of assigned student(s). This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student as needed.
• 3. Recognize differences in student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction according to.
• 4. Work with assigned student(s) or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
• 5. Assist assigned students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• 6. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned student(s).
• 7. Complete data collections tools for service implementation for special education teachers.
• 8. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Other
• 9. Maintain confidentiality.
• 10. Participate in professional development programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• 11. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• 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 non-ambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.25 Per Hour

Job Categories: Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

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

Contact Information

• Cari Clark , Principal
• R. F. Patterson Elementary
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]