Aide

Job Description Job Description Killeen Independent School District | District Wide Full-Time | Non-Exempt Starting at $14.74/hour Make a Meaningful Difference—One Student at a Time Killeen ISD is seeking compassionate and dependable Physical Needs Aide II professionals to provide one-on-one support for students receiving special education services. This role is ideal for someone who is patient, physically capable, and passionate about helping students access learning through individualized academic, behavioral, and physical support. In this role, you’ll help students safely navigate the school day while working closely with teachers, therapists, and campus staff. What You’ll Do: Provide one-on-one support for students throughout the school day Reinforce classroom instruction and teacher-led learning activities Support implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and student support plans Assist students with mobility, positioning, transfers, and physical safety Support use of wheelchairs, adaptive equipment, and assistive devices Assist with personal care needs such as feeding, toileting, hygiene, dressing, and mobility support Support participation in classroom activities, transitions, drills, assemblies, recess, and field trips Assist with therapeutic activities under staff guidance when needed Maintain required documentation and communication with campus staff Help maintain a safe, supportive, and structured learning environment Attend required training and meetings Perform additional duties as assigned What You Bring: To be considered, candidates must meet KISD Educational Aide II eligibility requirements. Required Qualifications: Candidates must meet ONE of the following Title I eligibility requirements (applies to most KISD campuses): 48 completed college credit hours Completion of Region 12 or Region 13 Paraprofessional Academy Title I Aide certification/testing from KISD or another Texas district AND meet ONE of the following Educational Aide II qualifications: Two years of experience working with children OR 15 college credit hours, including at least one course in: Child Development Psychology Sociology Education Additional requirements: Upload proof of highest level of education (transcript or certification documentation) Ability to safely support students with physical assistance needs Comfort in a highly active, hands-on support role Physical Requirements: This role requires: Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting Assisting with transfers, mobility support, and physical student assistance Ability to safely support students and equipment throughout the school day Indoor and occasional outdoor work in varying weather conditions Why Killeen ISD? Meaningful student-centered work School-year schedule with summers off from active work Paid over 12 months Supportive special education team environment Ongoing training and professional development Opportunity to make a direct daily impact in a student’s educational journey EEOC Statement: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.