Aide, CASE (2026-2027 School Year)

Spring Independent School District•Houston, TX

15h

About The Position

The Community Academic Structured Education (CASE) Program Aide assists the special education teacher in meeting the physical, academic, social, and instructional needs of students with disabilities in general education classrooms, special education settings, and the community. The work is guided by district curriculum, students’ Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and personal care plans, and applicable federal, state, and district policies and procedures. The role focuses on helping students with low-incidence disabilities develop skills for greater independence in living and working environments. The position is for the 2026–2027 school year, with 187 workdays per year. It is a nonexempt position reporting to the Campus Principal and is funded by federal and/or state grants; continued employment is conditioned on the availability of full funding. Overtime may be required as necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
48 hours of college coursework.
Pass Spring Independent School District’s NCLB tests in reading, writing, and mathematics; tests are administered after the recommendation for hire.
Educational Aide II Certificate, or willingness to obtain one.
Ability to acquire a CDL.
Ability to work well with children, including children with disabilities.
Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with employers.
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress and solve problems in a variety of situations.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, which may include lifting or positioning students with physical disabilities, physical restraint, personal hygiene assistance, and assisting non-ambulatory students.
May require lifting up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
One or more years of experience working with children.
Previous experience as a vocational trainer or teaching aide.
Fluency in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

Assist the teacher with preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
Help implement instructional plans that develop students’ independent living, community access, and vocational training skills.
Assist with preparing and maintaining records and reports required by federal, state, or local laws and regulations.
Train, monitor, and coach students in classroom and community settings.
Assist the teacher with crisis intervention and, as needed, restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior.
Work with individual students and small groups.
Assist in supervising students throughout the school day.
Prepare documents, reports, and other written materials documenting student progress and performance.
Inform the teacher about individual students’ special needs or problems.
Transport students using a district vehicle.
Participate in staff development and faculty meetings as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.