Top 268 Life skills instructional aide Jobs in Texas

Special Education Aide III - LIFE Aide - 183 Days (2026-2027)
Keller ISD —Watauga, TX
- $129.38 - $155.78 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Heavy lifting
Special Education Life-Skills Instructional Aide
Galveston Independent School District —Galveston, TX
- Middle school
- School
- Entry level
Instructional Aide
University of Texas at Austin —Austin, TX
- $32,592 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Instructional Aide (26-27)
KIPP Texas Public Schools —Dallas, TX
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Instructional Assistant
Houston Gateway Academy, Inc —Houston, TX
- $16.88 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Classroom
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
10d
Secondary Teacher
Killeen Independent School District —Killeen, TX
- $60,000 - $74,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Management
- Teaching Certification
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Elementary Teacher
Killeen Independent School District —Killeen, TX
- $60,000 - $74,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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1d
Spanish Teacher (Part Time)
The Branch School —Houston, TX
- From $18,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Aide - SPED - Structured Life
Katy Independent School District —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Heavy lifting
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
4d
Educational Associate - Communication Life Skills
Manor Independent School District —Austin, TX
- $18.30 - $25.80 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
2026-2027 Ancillary Aide (PE) Pool (Middle/High School)
The Pro-Vision Academy —Houston, TX
- Overtime
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school
Life Skills Aide
Community Independent School District —Lavon, TX
- $23,589 - $35,407 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Heavy lifting
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
11d
Educational Associate - Communications Life Skills
Manor Independent School District —Manor, TX
- $18.30 - $25.80 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
Functional Life Skills Educational Associate
Manor Independent School District —Manor, TX
- $18.30 - $25.80 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
Life Skills Paraprofessional
Ennis Junior High —Ennis, TX
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Heavy lifting
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Quick Apply
HS-Instructional Aide Sped- Life Skills
South San Antonio Independent School District —San Antonio, TX
- $15.89 - $22.20 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Heavy lifting
HISD Elementary Teacher Positions Available – PK Teacher ESL, Sped chair, Literacy Success coach
HISD-Benbrook Elementary NES —Houston, TX
- From $64,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Classroom
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
12d
Life Skills Teacher Assistant
White Settlement ISD —White Settlement, TX
- Full-time
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- Math
Special Education Assistant - Life Skills (McDonald)
Mesquite ISD —Mesquite, TX
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Writing skills
- No experience needed
Special Education Aide III - STACC Aide - 183 Days (2026-2027)
Keller ISD —Watauga, TX
- $129.38 - $155.78 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Heavy lifting

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Special Education Aide III - LIFE Aide - 183 Days (2026-2027)

Keller ISD -
Watauga, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
$129.38 - $155.78 an hour

Qualifications

Experience working with individuals with disabilities
High school diploma or GED
Experience working with children
Working with students
Paraprofessional Certification

Full Job Description

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 Assigned

Function: Educational Support

Reports to: Campus Principal HR Date Approved: January 2009

HR Date Revised: May 2024

SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of a Certified Teacher, assist to meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Assists with the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEP), 504 Plans, and Response to Intervention (RTI) accommodations.

The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein, however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

Model KISD core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties effectively and efficiently for the purpose of supporting and contributing to high student achievement.
Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams and participate in cross-functional work groups.
Maintain a commitment to the District mission; model District expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Instructional Support

Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher, work with individual students or small groups.
Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
Help the 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; positioning; or assisting students with personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
Keep the teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous students as needed.
Recognize differences in each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly.
Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

Other

Attend and participate in faculty meetings and special events and serve on staff committees as required.
Ensure that all interactions with students, District personnel, and parents are supportive, courteous, and respectful.

Policy, Reports, and Law

Maintain confidentiality.
Develop and maintain systems for retrieval of information in support of all programs; compile, maintain, file, and secure all physical and computerized reports, records, and other required documents.
Pursue Professional Development activities for self and assigned staff; ensure that Professional Development activities are aligned with District goals and initiatives and current professional research.
Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.
Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
Have met formal academic assessment, associate degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*
Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate
For positions funded by Title monies or for positions at campuses identified as a campus-wide Title campus, the following additional qualifications apply:
An associate degree, two years of study at an institute of higher learning or have met formal academic assessment Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

Experience:

Experience working with children
Experience in educational environment (preferred)

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Ability to work with children with disabilities
Ability to work well with children
Skill in working with a variety of students in varied situations
Ability to be self-motivated and self-directed
Ability to read; understand and follow detailed written and verbal instructions
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

MENTAL/PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Standard instructional equipment
Other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students

Posture:

Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

Repetitive hand motions
Frequent walking and reaching, frequent keyboarding and use of mouse

Lifting:

Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning or students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment

Environment:

Work to be completed on-site from assigned school or building
Regular exposure to noise and computer monitors
Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather)
Exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases)
No remote work

Mental Demands:

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress work

INTENT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit, or any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

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