Special Education Instructional Aide

Special Education Instructional Aide New Braunfels Lamar Elementary - New Braunfels, Texas Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5848125 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Jul 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description Primary Purpose: Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education setting. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, 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 GED Educational Aide Certificate issued by SBEC Paraprofessional Assessment Certificate, Associates Degree or two years (48 semester hours) of college 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 Major Responsibilities and Duties: Instructional Support Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required Provide orientation and assistance to substitute Student Management Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including bathroom needs and transferring to and from Help manage behavior of students. This includes interviewing in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs while working with individuals or in small Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual Other Maintain Confidentiality Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned. Attend training on physical restraint each Assist with medical logs as needed Supervisory Responsibilities: None Equipment Used: Wheelchair lift, ramps, personal computer, copier, typewriter, and audiovisual equipment Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours ; occasional districtwide travel Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress Occasional districtwide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $17.21 Per Hour Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA Special Education > General Special Education Job Requirements High School/Trade School degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Christopher Russell , Principal Lamar Elementary Phone: 627-6900 Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Map #J-18808-Ljbffr Lamar Elementary