Position Type:
Paraprofessional/Educational Aide - Sped
Date Posted:
12/1/2025
Location:
Gateway College Preparatory School
Date Available:
01/05/2026
Closing Date:
Open until filled
POSITION: SPECIAL EDUCATION AIDE
REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL
SUPERVISES: N/A
FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT
SALARY RANGE: $16.50-$20.23 HRLY
WORK DAYS: 182 DAYS
LOCATION: GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL - GEORGETOWN TX
POSITION SUMMARY:
Assists in the planning and implementation of academic activities that meets the individual needs of the student. Works as part of a team of educators to create and produce curriculum for students. Responsible for regular notes that reflect the academic and interactive progress of students.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Assessment testing for newly admitted students
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Support and encouragement to students in assisting them in learning and completing assignments
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Provide behavior and classroom management support
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Feedback on students in the daily milieu
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Documents students' progress on a regular basis
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Other duties as assigned
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Protects confidentiality of students and peers
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Participates in gathering assessment information for each student and, as a team member, plan for student success
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Advocates for and responds to the needs of students
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Approaches responsibilities with enthusiasm, dedication, and energy
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Punctual so the team is in attendance at the start of school
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Performs duties efficiently and is self-motivated to problem solve
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Interacts with students, families, visitors and co-workers with respect
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Approaches others with a positive attitude
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Refrains from gossip
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Offers problem-solving ideas
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Strives for professional excellence
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Follows dress code
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Adheres to policies and procedures
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Assist classroom teacher in performing specific duties as assigned or undertaking specialized tasks to achieve and enhance instructional and behavioral objectives.
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Work with individuals, small groups, or large groups as assigned teacher.
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Assist with behavior modification as assigned by teacher.
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Lift, move, and operate adaptive equipment (as needed)
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Assist students with personal care tasks, including but not limited to, lavatory, clothing, hygiene, diapering, toileting, and wash-up routines.
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Escort students as assigned by teacher or administrator.
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Assist students with mobility needs such as, lifting and positioning students, lifting in and out of wheelchairs; escorting students in and around the school and on field trips (as needed).
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Monitor students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment
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Provide programmed practice activities and repetitions as developed by teacher, therapist or pathologist.
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Report student concerns directly and expeditiously to teacher and assist with student resolution.
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Assist with breakfast, lunch, snack, including clean-up.
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Maintain various records and files.
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Perform related work as required.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must have at least one of three following:
Associate's Degree or higher
Completed two years of study at an Institute of Higher Education (48 hours)
Passed a rigorous state or local assessment demonstrating knowledge of, and the ability to assist in; instruction reading; writing and math. Paraprofessional Academy training through Education Service Center
Educational Aide Certification; must apply when hired
Knowledge:
Previous experience with children in a professional educational setting.
Ability to plan and carry out activities for students that promote cooperative, support interactions.
Experience or training implementing behavior support with Special Education students preferred
COMPETENCIES: CIP, CPR, First Aid, Valid Texas Driver's License, annual required staff development
BENEFITS: Orenda Education makes a $425 monthly contribution towards employees' premiums
We offer a comprehensive package of benefit options, including:
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Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement System
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Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
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Telehealth
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Basic Life, Term Life, Permanent Life and Accident Insurance
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Short-term and Long-term Disability
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403b and 457b Investment Plans
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Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account Options
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Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance
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Legal Services
