Special Education Aide

Frisco ISD • Frisco, TX

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About The Position

The Special Education Aide assists special education teachers in meeting the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in inclusive and special education settings. The role supports instruction, student supervision, behavior management, personal care, and classroom administration while adapting to students’ individual needs and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs). Staff share responsibility for students’ health, safety, and confidentiality, which may include supporting and documenting behavioral interventions or providing school health, related, and personal care services. The position reports to the Campus Principal and has a 186-day work year.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• If hired, complete the SBEC certification process to obtain an Educational Aide Certification.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of general office equipment.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or two years of higher education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Help teachers prepare instructional materials.
• Help teachers maintain administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, which may require lifting.
• Help manage student behavior.
• Support students’ instructional needs in accordance with their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
• Assist students with personal care as appropriate.
• Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special needs.
• Work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Keep the teacher informed of individual students’ special needs or problems.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs and special events as assigned.
• Share responsibility for the health and safety of students and adults, including implementing, supporting, and documenting behavioral intervention strategies and/or providing school health, related, and personal care services.
• Fulfill other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED