GISD SPED Instructional Aide

Position Type:Instructional Support Staff/Special Education Paraprofessional/AideDate Posted:11/10/2025Location:Carver ElementaryJob Title: Special Education Classroom AideWage/Hour Status: NonexemptPay Grade: Greenville Salary Pay ScaleDate Revised: November 2025Reports to: PrincipalPrimary Purpose: Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Works under the supervision of a certified teacher.Qualifications:Education/Certification:High school diploma or GEDAbility to obtain a Texas educational aide certificate and Para Skills Certificate through Stedi.orgSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Ability to work well with childrenAbility to communicate effectivelyExperience:Some experience working with children preferredWorking Conditions:Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Maintain emotional control under stressFrequent standing, stooping, bending, pulling and pushingAbility to move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom equipmentMajor Responsibilities and Duties:Instructional SupportAssist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.Help teachers keep administrative records and prepare required reports.Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.Student ManagementConduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.OtherParticipate in staff development training to improve job performance.Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.Assist in toileting needs, including providing diaper changing for Special Education students.Supervisory Responsibilities: None