Special Education Aide - STARS Aide

Special Education Aide - STARS Aide 183 Days )

Job : 5737258

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Title: Aide (Special Education Self-Contained)
Wage/Hour: $129.38 to $155.78 Daily Rate Status: Non-Exempt

Job Role: CORE/ECSE/LIFE/LIFE-3/LIFE-Med-Frag Funding Source: Local

Pay Grade: PR 4 Department/School: Campus Assigned Function: Educational Support

Reports to: Campus Principal HR Date Approved: January 2009 HR Date Revised: May 2024

Under the general supervision of a Certified Teacher, assist to meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Assist in the implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Assist with the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEP).

Essential functions and characteristic duties are described below. This list represents examples and is not exhaustive.

• Model KISD core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties effectively and efficiently for the purpose of supporting high student achievement.
• Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams and participate in cross-functional work groups.
• Maintain a commitment to the District mission; model District expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals.

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of the teacher, work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help the teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting; positioning; or assisting students with personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Keep the teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous students as needed.
• Recognize differences in each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly.
• Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and special events and serve on staff committees as required.
• Ensure that all interactions with students, District personnel, and parents are supportive, courteous, and respectful.

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Develop and maintain systems for retrieval of information in support of all programs; compile, maintain, file, and secure all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.
• Pursue professional development activities for self and assigned staff; ensure that professional development activities are aligned with District goals and initiatives and current professional research.
• Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.
• Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
• Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
• Have met formal academic assessment, associated degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning.
• Valid Texas Educational Aide…