Secondary Special Education Aide-SOAR

Secondary Special Education Aide-SOAR (25-26)

Northwest Independent School District, TIDWELL MS - ROANOKE, Texas

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Job : 5501012

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 15, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Title: Special Education Teacher Aide – Non Specialized Program

Reports to: Campus Principal

Dept./Campus: Campus Assigned

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: P10

Duty Days: 187

Date Revised: 09/2023

Assist the special education teacher to provide for physical, instructional, and behavioral needs of students with disabilities in special education and general education settings. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instructional programs. Work under general supervision of the principal and immediate direction of a certified teacher.

• High school diploma or GED
• Paraprofessional Aide certification from state of Texas
• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of general office equipment
• Ability to physically manage students with motor and/or behavioral difficulties
• Certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention and/or Safety Care

• Adhere to federal, state and local policies and procedures related to special education aides.
• Participate in training related to special education students.
• Participate in planned in-services and professional growth activities.
• Assist in carrying out the instructional program.
• Assist in maintaining student records and audit folders.
• Assist in preparation, use and maintenance of instructional materials and equipment.
• Assist with teacher-planned activities, exercises and drills.
• Assist with student supervision inside and outside the classroom; lunch, recess, outdoor activities, transitions, field trips, and loading and unloading the bus.
• Assist when needed in helping students in self-care activities such as feeding, dressing and toileting.
• Assist in implementing the therapy programs that may require lifting and positioning.
• Assist in carrying out behavior interventions.
• Attend professional meetings as required.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers (Guest Educators).
• Able to maintain confidentiality
• Use appropriate district approved physical safety techniques including restraint
• Dress and shoes appropriate to job responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned

Northwest ISD participates in SHARS and MAC programs which allows the district to request Medicaid reimbursement for certain health-related services. The ARD committee determines SHARS services. As a special education staff member, you may be required to train and bill for SHARS reimbursements for students on your caseload. Trainings will be provided for SHARS, RMTS (Random Moment in Time Studies), and MAC (Diagnosticians and non-Personal Care Providers only).

Training will be provided at the beginning of each school year and as needed for new hires.

N/A

Personal computer, printer, copier, and FAX machine, wheelchair lift, and ramps.

Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, regular heavy lifting, and physical management of students. Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria and communicable diseases. May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities. Must have the ability to lift and carry 50 pounds or more; control behavior through physical restraint; and assist non-ambulatory students.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned, alternative methods of performing your duties, or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $24,654.10 to $33,372.80 Per Year

Job Categories: Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA;
Special Education >
Special Education Assistant

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