Special Education Teacher Aide

AAMA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Association for the Advancement of Mexican Americans (AAMA) is seeking a Special Education Teacher Aide at the George Sanchez South Campus in Houston, TX. The aide provides instructional, behavioral, and personal care support to students with disabilities under a certified special education teacher, helping implement IEPs and foster an inclusive learning environment.

Key duties include small-group instruction, data collection, classroom supervision, behavior support, and assisting with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of special education practices, accommodations, and behavior support strategies preferred.
• Ability to implement instructional and behavior management plans consistently.
• Ability to supervise students and maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Ability to collect and maintain accurate records and student data.
• Ability to provide personal care assistance and support student physical needs as required.
• Strong organizational, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to individual students and small groups.
• Reinforce academic, behavioral, communication, social, and life skills.
• Assist with implementing IEP goals, accommodations, modifications, and behavior plans.
• Monitor and supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, and other school settings.
• Promote positive behavior and effective classroom management.
• Collect and maintain student academic and behavioral data.
• Prepare instructional materials and basic clerical tasks.
• Assist students with personal care needs, including feeding, toileting, hygiene, dressing, and mobility support as needed.
• Alert appropriate staff to student health, safety, or behavioral concerns.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and records.
• Attend required meetings and professional development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Special education

Data collection

Personal care

Behavior support

Communication

Organization

Technology basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or college coursework in education

Tools

Email

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Data entry

Job description

Special Education Teacher Aide

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Job Details

Job ID: 5891284

Application Deadline: Oct 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 18, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Location: South Campus

OBJECTIVE

The Special Education Teacher Aide provides instructional, behavioral, and personal care support to students with disabilities under the supervision of a certified special education teacher. The aide supports the implementation of IEPs, reinforces academic and social skills, monitors student behavior, assists with personal care and mobility needs as required, and helps maintain a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide instructional support to individual students and small groups.
• Reinforce academic, behavioral, communication, social, and life skills taught by the teacher.
• Assist with the implementation of IEP goals, accommodations, modifications, and behavior intervention plans.
• Monitor and supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, and other school settings.
• Promote positive behavior and assist with classroom management strategies.
• Collect and maintain student academic and behavioral data as directed.
• Prepare instructional materials and perform basic clerical duties, including copying, laminating, filing, and recordkeeping.
• Assist students with personal care needs, including feeding, toileting, hygiene, dressing, and mobility support as needed.
• Alert appropriate staff to student health, safety, or behavioral concerns.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and records.
• Attend required meetings, training, and professional development activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

PROFESSIONALISM

• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Comply with all school policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and ethical conduct.
• Collaborate effectively with teachers, administrators, parents, and staff.
• Serve as a positive role model for students.

REQUIRED PERSONAL SKILLS

• Patience, empathy, and a positive attitude when supporting students of various ability levels.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Flexibility and adaptability when responding to changing student and classroom needs.
• Ability to remain calm and use sound judgment in challenging situations.
• Commitment to supporting student growth, independence, and success.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Ability to work effectively with students of diverse abilities and backgrounds.
• Knowledge of special education practices, accommodations, and behavior support strategies preferred.
• Ability to implement instructional and behavior management plans consistently.
• Ability to supervise students and maintain a safe, positive learning environment.
• Ability to collect and maintain accurate records and student data.
• Ability to provide personal care assistance and support student physical needs as required.
• Strong organizational, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills, including email, word processing, spreadsheets, and data entry.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED required.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree or college coursework in education or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with children, individuals with disabilities, or in an educational setting preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Regular attendance is required.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and sit for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, transfer, reposition, and assist students as needed.
• Ability to work in classrooms, cafeterias, playgrounds, buses, and other educational environments.
• May involve occasional exposure to blood or bodily fluids.

Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $25,000 Per Year

Job Category: Instructional Support > Special Education Paraprofessional / Teacher Aide

Job Requirements

1. High School Diploma or GED required.

2. Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position.

3. Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $25,000 to $25,000 Per Year

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dr. Linda Holley , Principal
• George Sanchez South Campus
• Email: [e-mail]

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