Education Aide – Elementary (Special Education)

Campus: Elementary School
Reports to: Principal
Position Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Exempt

Primary Purpose

Provide instructional and classroom support to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist with classroom activities, student supervision, and instructional preparation to support student learning.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or GED required

• Must meet ESSA requirements (associate degree, two years of college coursework, or formal academic assessment)*

• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate required

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to assist with reading, writing, and mathematics instruction

• Ability to work effectively with children

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Experience

• Prior experience working with children preferred

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Instructional Support

• Work with individual students or small groups under teacher direction

• Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays

• Help administer and score assignments and objective assessments

• Maintain neat, orderly, and safe classroom environments

• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of instructional equipment

• Support teachers with records, reports, and classroom organization

• Provide assistance and orientation to substitute teachers

Student Supervision

• Supervise students during the school day, including classroom, lunchroom, playground, and bus duty

• Communicate student needs or concerns to the teacher

Professional Responsibilities

• Participate in staff development and training

• Attend faculty meetings and school events as assigned

• Follow district safety procedures and emergency protocols

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Moderate standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and lifting (up to 15 lbs.)

• Work indoors and outdoors; exposure to weather and noise

• Ability to manage frequent interruptions and maintain emotional control

*ESSA requirement applies to aides providing instructional support in Title I programs.