JOB STATUS

OPEN

POSTING DATE

09/28/2026

POSTING NUMBER:

055229

LOCATION:

Birnham Woods Elementary

• 129

POSITION TITLE:

Special Education Aide/BASS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Help meet the physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside classroom. Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP), including self-help, behavior management, and instructional programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher. DUTIES and

RESPONSIBILITIES

Help manage the behavior of assigned students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and following individual student behavior intervention plans as needed. Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs. Work with assigned students or small groups to reinforce behavioral skills assigned by teacher. Assist assigned students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty. Collect necessary paperwork/data per teacher direction. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned students. Participate in professional development programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned. Assist in other Special Education or General Education classroom settings. Maintain confidentiality. Maintain regular attendance. Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE

Experience working with children

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED Valid Texas educational aide certificate (must obtain within 30 days of employment) Current certification in de-escalation and restraint techniques or completion of certification within 45 school days of employment

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to work with children with disabilities Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to communicate effectively

CONTACT INFORMATION

EQUIPMENT USED:

Wheelchair lift, ramps, personal computer, copier, typewriter, and audiovisual equipment.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture:

Frequent standing, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and kneeling

Motion:

Frequent walking

Lifting:

Regular heavy lifting of students

Environment:

Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress

APPLY TO

Additionally, once you've logged into your WinOcular application, upload your current resume and letter of interest and ensure your application is updated. Current employees must apply using the internal system. Principals have requested no telephone calls, please.

SALARY:

PAY GRADE

IS

• 3•Minimum hourly rate•$16.

00