Special Education Aide III - CORE Aide

Special Education Aide III - CORE Aide

Job  | Final date to receive applications:
Posted until filled | Posted:
May 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) | Starting Date:
Aug 3, 2026

Under the general supervision of a Certified Teacher, assist to meet the 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. Assist with the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEP).

• Model KISD core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties effectively and efficiently to support and contribute to 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.

Instructional Support

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a 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.

Student Management

• 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. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

Other

• 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.

Policy, Reports, and Law

• 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.

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate 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

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

Special Knowledge/Skill/Ability

• Ability to…