Sped Aide BSS

Pasadena Independent School District; Morris (OK); On-site; USD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasadena Independent School District is seeking a Sped Aide BSS to support identified students with disabilities throughout the school day. The role involves assisting teachers, preparing instructional materials, and maintaining a safe classroom environment at Morris Middle School.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, PAC test/48 college hours, and may require bilingual testing. Prior experience with behavior-challenged children is preferred; strong communication and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• PAC Test / 48 college hours compliance.
• Bilingual test may be required where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with classroom management and materials.
• Support students with homework, tests, and activities.
• Maintain classroom environment and records per student.
• Communicate student needs to staff and follow IEPs.
• Assist with bus loading/unloading and safety procedures.
• Help with personal hygiene and feeding as needed.
• Support during PE and other activities; ensure safety.

Skills

Behavior support

Communication

Instructions (verbal/written)

Driving

Map reading

Typing

Organization

Confidentiality

Scheduling

Education

High school diploma or GED

PAC Test / 48 College Hours

Bilingual Test (if applicable)

Job description

• Date Posted: 8/3/2026
• Location: Morris Middle School

JOB TITLE: Sped Aide BSS

DUTY DAYS: 185

PAY GRADE: C03

STARTING SALARY: $ 126.62/day

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Provide support to identified students with disabilities who require additional support and supervision throughout the school day.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High school diploma or GED
• PAC Test / 48 College Hours
• Bilingual Test (if applicable)

Special Knowledge / Skills:

• Ability to work with children who exhibit severe behavior challenges
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle
• Ability to read a map and navigate an automobile
• Basic computer and typing skills
• Organizational skills
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality issues
• Ability to maintain a schedule

Experience:

• Previous work experience with behavioral children

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Assist teacher in routine classroom management duties
• Assist in preparing instructional materials
• Assist in maintaining classroom environment and supplies
• Assist students in homework preparation, test taking
• Modify teacher's assignments, tests, and other instructional entities
• Maintain records, files and other pertinent documents on each student
• Communicate students' needs to faculty and staff
• Assist in maintaining a safe environment for students, faculty, staff
• Assist in implementing student's behavior management plan
• Assist in the loading and unloading of the school buses
• Participate in the activities involved with physical education classes
• Assist with individual student's personal hygiene needs
• Feed or assist students in feeding themselves
• Lift, move, and position students in a variety of settings
• Be aware of student's various medical concerns
• Escort students to different locations in the building
• Monitor students during various activities during the school day
• Be able to work with any student as determined by the student’s I.E.P.
• File various documents in students’ folders
• Assist in orienting students to class schedule each semester
• Obtain any necessary textbooks for different programs
• Perform other duties as determined by the special education teacher or the principal

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

Ability to communicate verbally and written with students, faculty, staff, and community

Ability to read and interpret written instructions. Reading; ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:

Frequent standing, stooping, bending, and kneeling, pushing, and pulling; regular heavy lifting of students, equipment, and materials, biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases