Special Education Aide III - STACC Aide

Special Education Aide III - STACC Aide - 183 Days )

Job
Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled
Posted:
May 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Aug 3, 2026

Job Title: Aide (Special Education Self-Contained)
Wage/Hour:
Status: Non-Exempt

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

STACC/ STARS 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

SUMMARY:

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 implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Assists with the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEP).

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of 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 teacher.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes 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 Certificate.

* For positions funded by Title monies or for positions at campuses identified as a campus-wide Title campus, the following additional qualifications apply:
An associate degree, two years of study at an institute of higher learning or have met formal academic assessment Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).

• Experience working with children.
• Experience in educational environment (preferred).

• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Ability to work well with children.
• Skill in working with a variety of students in varied situations.
• Ability to be self-motivated and self-directed.
• Ability to read; understand and follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations.

• None

• Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.
• Standard instructional equipment.
• Other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students.

• Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

• Repetitive hand motions.
• Frequent walking and reaching, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse.

• Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
• Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning or students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through…