Special Education Assistant Jobs in Aledo, TX

A Special Education Assistant plays a crucial role in elementary education by supporting students with special needs under the direction of a Special Education Teacher. They help to handle the everyday needs of these students such as helping them with their schoolwork, personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, and behavioral issues. They also monitor student progress and assist the teacher in devising and implementing personalized educational plans. Special Education Assistants also contribute to maintaining a safe and comfortable classroom environment that promotes learning.

This role demands certain certifications and skills. At a minimum, they must possess a high school diploma but a degree or certification in special education or a related field is preferred. CPR and First Aid certifications are a plus. They should have excellent communication skills to effectively interact with students, teachers, and parents. Patience and empathy are essential as they will be tasked with managing children with varying abilities and behavioral issues. Prior experiences as a Teacher's Assistant, Childcare Worker, or Behavior Therapist can provide valuable experience before becoming a Special Education Assistant.

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Special Ed. Aide/Special Needs for Aledo High School (2 positions) Job Description attached. This position is in the Pay Grade 3 category Minimum Qualifications: Education/Certification: Minimum...

Provide support in a general education classroom to assist special education students to become as independent as possible....

Special Education Aide III - STARS - 183 Days (2024-2025)

  • Fort Worth, TX (18 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (18 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Special Education Aide III - STARS - 183 Days (2024-2025) Keller ISD FOSSIL RIDGE HIGH - Fort Worth, Texas This job is also posted in Keller Independent School District Job Details Job ID:5022083 Application...

Special Education Aide- STACC - 183 Days (2024-2025)

  • Fort Worth, TX (18 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (18 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: Aide (Special Education Self-Contained) Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt Job Role: CORE/ECSE/LIFE/LIFE-3/LIFE-Med-Frag/ Funding Source: Local STACC/STARS Pay Grade: PR 4 Department/School: Campus...

Special Education Aide III- CORE- 183 Days (2024-2025)

  • Fort Worth, TX (18 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (18 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Job Title: Aide (Special Education Self-Contained) Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt Job Role: CORE/ECSE/LIFE/LIFE-3/LIFE-Med-Frag/ Funding Source: Local STACC/ STARS Pay Grade: PR 4 Department/School: Campus...

Special Education Aide - Several Campuses

  • Aledo, TX
  • 18 days ago
  • Aledo, TX
  • 18 days ago

Education Aide, Special Needs - Pay Grade 3 Min starting salary = $17.05/hr - $20.30/hr Special Education Instructional Aide - Pay Grade 2 Min starting salary = $16.05 - $19.11 Minimum Qualifications...

Special Education Aide

  • Fort Worth, TX (18 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 20 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (18 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 20 days ago

Position Title: Special Education Aide Reports to: Principal Department: Special Services Position Category: Permanent/non-exempt/full-time Position Summary: The Special Education Aide will provide...

Special Education Aide

  • Everman, TX (22 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Everman, TX (22 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Assistant Wrestling Coach JobID: 1893 Position Type: Athletics/Coach Date Posted: 11/17/2016 Location: COUGAR MOUNTAIN MIDDLE BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 1 Year Only 1. Enthusiasm for athletics. 2....

Special Education Aide

  • Saginaw, TX (21 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saginaw, TX (21 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Between $21k and $29k Per Year Special Education Aide EAGLE MOUNTAIN - SAGINAW ISD Occupation: Teaching Assistants, Special Education Location: Saginaw, TX - 76179 Positions available: 1 Job #: 16728879...

Elementary Special Education Aide - PACEE (24-25)

  • Newark, TX (24 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Newark, TX (24 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

NORTHWEST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Job Title: Special Education Teacher Aide - Specialized Program Unit (0806) Reports to: Campus Principal Dept....

Special Education Aide - Pathways

  • Everman, TX (22 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Everman, TX (22 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Depending upon the individual assignment, the Paraeducator - Preschool Special Education may perform all or a combination of the following: 1....

Special Education Aide

  • Fort Worth, TX (18 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX (18 miles from Aledo, TX)
  • 90+ days ago

Applicant Instructions Instructional Aide Applicants, We appreciate your interest in employment with Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD and would like to encourage you to take a few minutes to review the...

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Salary for Special Education Assistant Jobs in Aledo, TX

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Highest Education Level

Special Education Assistants in Aledo, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.1%
Master's Degree
33.0%
Associate's Degree
8.7%
High School or GED
5.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%


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