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Young World Physical Education

Special Education Paraprofessional

Young World Physical Education, Shallowater, Texas, United States, 79363

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Special Education Paraprofessional Shallowater Independent School District High School – Shallowater, Texas

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Job Details

Job ID:

5490404

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Jan 08, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title:

Special Education Aide

Wage/Hour Status:

Nonexempt

Reports to:

Principal and teacher(s)

Dept./School:

Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education setting in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. 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

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 as well as technology equipment

Experience:

Experience working with children preferred

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 equipment

Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports

Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers

Student Management

Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting or positioning

Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs and personal hygiene

Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student behavior as needed. Restraint should only be used in crisis situations and only as a last resort. Complete restraint documentation and contact supervisor within 24 hours of restraint.

Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative and emotional needs

Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher

Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This may include the lunchroom, bus and playground duty.

Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

Maintain confidentiality

Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment Used

Wheelchair lift, ramp, personal computer, iPads, copier, sensory equipment, audiovisual equipment, etc.

Working Conditions Mental and Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; regular heavy lifting of students. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases. May be required to lift and position students with physical disabilities; control behavior through physical restraint; and assist non‑ambulatory students.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Requirements Contact Information

Candace Wilkins, Principal

High School

Phone: 806-832-4531

Email: cwilkins@shallowaterisd.net

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