Special Education Teaching Assistant - Empowering Students Daily

Amarillo ISD; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Amarillo ISD in Amarillo, Texas, is seeking a dedicated educational aide to support students with disabilities in self-contained classrooms and inclusion settings. The role involves assisting in instruction, behavior management, and daily routines under the supervision of a certified teacher.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant college credits, with a Texas Educational Aide Certificate preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate or 48 college credits.
• Associates degree or 48 college credits is acceptable with TX Educational Aide Certificate.
• Must meet district requirements under ESSA and the district’s qualification standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with disabilities in self-contained classrooms and inclusion settings.
• Support classroom instruction and behavior management under a certified teacher.
• Provide student supervision and assist with daily routines, transfer and personal care as needed.
• Assist in developing instructional materials and maintaining student files.
• Follow district safety protocols and confidentiality requirements.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Literacy

Flexibility

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree or 48 college credits

Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Job description

Amarillo ISD in Amarillo, Texas, is seeking a dedicated educational aide to support students with disabilities in self-contained classrooms and inclusion settings. The role involves assisting in instruction, behavior management, and daily routines under the supervision of a certified teacher.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant college credits, with a Texas Educational Aide Certificate preferred.