Special Education Aide -Gateway College Preparatory School Georgetown Texas

Position: SPECIAL EDUCATION AIDE -GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL GEORGETOWN TEXAS
Position Type:

Paraprofessional/Educational Aide - Sped

Date Posted:

12/1/2025

Location:

Gateway College Preparatory School

Date Available:

01/05/2026

Closing Date:

Open until filled

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POSITION: SPECIAL EDUCATION AIDE

REPORTS TO:

PRINCIPAL

SUPERVISES: N/A

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

SALARY RANGE: $16.50-$20.23 HRLY

WORK DAYS: 182 DAYS

LOCATION:

GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL - GEORGETOWN TX

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assists in the planning and implementation of academic activities that meets the individual needs of the student. Works as part of a team of educators to create and produce curriculum for students. Responsible for regular notes that reflect the academic and interactive progress of students.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Assessment testing for newly admitted students

* Support and encouragement to students in assisting them in learning and completing assignments

* Provide behavior and classroom management support

* Feedback on students in the daily milieu

* Documents students' progress on a regular basis

* Other duties as assigned

* Protects confidentiality of students and peers

* Participates in gathering assessment information for each student and, as a team member, plan for student success

* Advocates for and responds to the needs of students

* Approaches responsibilities with enthusiasm, dedication, and energy

* Punctual so the team is in attendance at the start of school

* Performs duties efficiently and is self-motivated to problem solve

* Interacts with students, families, visitors and co-workers with respect

* Approaches others with a positive attitude

* Refrains from gossip

* Offers problem-solving ideas

* Strives for professional excellence

* Follows dress code

* Adheres to policies and procedures

* Assist classroom teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance instructional and behavioral objectives.

* Work with individuals, small groups, or large groups as assigned teacher.

* Assist with behavior modification as assigned by teacher.

* Lift, move, and operate adaptive equipment (as needed)

* Assist students with personal care tasks, including but not limited to, lavatory, clothing, hygiene, diapering, toileting, and wash-up routines.

* Escort students as assigned by teacher or administrator.

* Assist students with mobility needs such as, lifting and positioning students, lifting in and out of wheelchairs; escorting students in and around the school and on field trips (as needed).

* Monitor students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment

* Provide programmed practice activities and repetitions as developed by teacher, therapist or pathologist.

* Report student concerns directly and expeditiously to teacher and assist with student resolution.

* Assist with breakfast, lunch, snack, including clean-up.

* Maintain various records and files.

* Perform related work as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

Must have at least one of three following:

Associate's Degree or higher

Completed two years of study at an Institute of Higher Education (48 hours)

Passed a rigorous state or local assessment demonstrating knowledge of, and the ability to assist in; instruction reading; writing and math. Paraprofessional Academy training through Education Service Center

Educational Aide Certification; must apply when hired

Knowledge:

Previous experience with children in a professional educational setting.

Ability to plan and carry out activities for students that promote cooperative, support interactions.

Experience or training implementing behavior support with Special Education students preferred

COMPETENCIES:

CIP, CPR, First Aid, Valid Texas Driver's License, annual required staff development

BENEFITS:
Orenda Education makes a $425 monthly contribution towards employees' premiums

We offer a comprehensive package of benefit options, including:

* Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement System

* Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

* Telehealth

* Basic Life, Term Life, Permanent Life and Accident Insurance

* Short-term and Long-term Disability

* 403b and 457b Investment Plans

* Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account Options

* Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance

* Legal Services