Special Education Paraprofessional

Starting Date : Aug 5, 2026 Job Description Primary Purpose : Help meet physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside classroom. Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP), including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher. Qualifications Education / Certification High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate Completed formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning* Valid Texas educational aide certificate Special Knowledge / Skills Ability to work with children with disabilities Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to communicate effectively Knowledge of general office equipment Experience Two years experience working with children Major Responsibilities and Duties Help meet the individual needs of student(s) including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting and positioning, interpreting instructions, and assisting with physical needs and personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene. Help manage the behavior of assigned student(s). This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student as needed. Recognize differences in student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly. Work with assigned student(s) or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher. Assist assigned students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned student(s). Complete data collection tools for service implementation for special education teachers. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers. Maintain confidentiality. Participate in professional development programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Physical Demands Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students. Posture : Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Motion : Frequent walking and reaching. Lifting : Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) when positioning students or handling adaptive equipment. Job Requirements High School/Trade School degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Contact Information Trisha Poore, Principal J.F. Delaney Elementary Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr