Aide, Special Education, Resource/Inclusion - 2026-2027 School Year

Aide, Special Education, Resource/Inclusion - 2026-2027 School Year La Porte Independent School District La Porte Junior High - La Porte, Texas Job Details Job ID: 5801414 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jun 24, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description Position: Aide, Special Education, Resource/Inclusion Location: La Porte Junior High This position is for the 2026-2027 school year. Job Qualifications High School Diploma or GED Valid SBEC Educational Aide certificate Associate's Degree or 48 or more college hours or NCLB ParaEducator Certification issued by San Jacinto College or other local educational entity Job Description: Assist the teacher(s) in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Assist in the implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management and instruction. Work under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher. Duties and Responsibilities Assist the teacher(s) in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements Work under the supervision of teacher(s) Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative guidelines, local board policy and state law Assist the teacher(s) in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher(s) Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom Other duties as assigned Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stoopping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Frequent walking Lifting: Frequent light lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling (less than 15 pounds); occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling (up to 50 pounds) Environment: Work inside and outside, regular exposure to noise and the elements Mental Demands: Maintain control under stress Other Information Your application is not complete until three current references have been received. These references must include your current principal or supervisor. You will also need to attach a resume, letter of interest and transcript or ParaEducator Certification issued by San Jacinto College or other local educational entity. The district contributes $400 monthly to the cost of "employee-only" health insurance which is $175 monthly greater than the state required amount of $225 monthly. Pay Grade: Paraprofessional, Pay Grade 1, 187 Days (updated for 2026-2027) Minimum: $12.54 Midpoint: $15.00 Payment Method: $12.54 Per Hour Position Type: Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education