Special Education Self Contained Aide (DSC)

Clint ISD; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Clint ISD is seeking a Special Education Self Contained Aide at Horizon Middle School for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports students with disabilities, assists with instructional activities, and requires a valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate upon hire.

This position offers a daily rate and a typical 187-day schedule, with responsibilities including collaboration with teachers, parents, and staff to ensure student progress.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must meet ESSA criteria: 48 college credits or an associate degree.
• Must obtain Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate on hire.

Skills

Lifting 50-150 pounds

Effective communication

Work with students with disabilities

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two years of college credit (48 hours)

Associate's degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

Email systems

Job description

Special Education Self Contained Aide (DSC) JobID: 5347

• Position Type: Paraprofessional/ SPED Self Contained Instructional Aide
• Date Posted: 8/25/2026
• Location: Horizon Middle School
• Date Available: For 2026-2027 School Year
• Closing Date: 09/08/2026 @ 12 NOON

Salary: Daily rate: $117.20 - $142.08
Work days: 187 (8 hrs. per day)

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Meets the standards of ESSA (Every Student Succeeds Act): (1) Completed two (2) years of study at an institution of higher education (48 college credit hours): or (2) Associate's degree (or higher)
• Must apply and obtain a Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate (upon hire)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Must be able to lift 50-150 pounds
• Demonstrate ability to effectively communicate with parents, co-workers, and students
• Ability to work well with children with disabilities
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work well under supervision
• Ability to use computer and be familiar with word, excel, access, and e-mail systems

Required Documents:

The following are the required documents that must be submitted with your application in order to be considered for an interview. You may attach the documents electronically or deliver them to the CISD Central Administration Building located at14521 Horizon Blvd., El Paso, Texas 79928

• Copy of High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Transcripts with (48) hours or more from an accredited college or university
• Copy of driver's license
• Current Resume

It is the policy of Clint ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, handicap or age in its employment practices as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the district's Title IX Coordinator, Chief Human Resources Officer, at 14521 Horizon Boulevard, El Paso, Texas, 79928, 915-926-4000 and/or Section 504 Coordinator at 14521 Horizon Boulevard, El Paso, Texas, 79928, 915-926-4000