Special Education Aide – Social and Interpersonal Learning

Liberty High School

. Assist the special education teacher in providing appropriate learning activities and experiences for students with disabilities .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeLittle Elm • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to assist special education teachers in providing tailored learning experiences for students with disabilities, while effectively implementing Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs) and maintaining confidentiality. Capable of managing student behavior and providing personal care as needed.

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Educational Aide CertificationIndividualized Educational Plans (IEPs)Behavioral Intervention StrategiesAssistance with Physical DisabilitiesEffective Communication

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Hard Skills

Instructional Material PreparationBehavior SupportRecord MaintenanceStudent SupervisionPersonal Care Assistance

Soft Skills

FlexibilityEmotional Control Under StressAbility to Follow Instructions

Tools & Technologies

General Office Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Educational Aide Certification

Industry Keywords

Special EducationStudents with DisabilitiesInclusion SupportPositive Behavior SupportsStaff Development Training

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the special education teacher in providing appropriate learning activities and experiences for students with disabilities
Provide inclusion support, academic and behavior support, positive behavior supports, and social and interpersonal learning support
Help prepare instructional materials
Help maintain administrative records and prepare required reports
Provide assistance to substitute teachers
Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs
Help manage student behavior
Support students’ instructional needs in accordance with their Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs)
Assist students with personal care as appropriate
Learn and adapt to each student’s special needs
Work with individual students or small groups
Supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom
Inform the teacher of individual students’ special needs or problems
Maintain confidentiality
Participate in staff development training programs and special events as assigned
Implement, support, and document behavioral intervention strategies and/or provide school health, related, and personal care services as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

GED or High School Diploma
Associate degree or two years of higher education preferred
Must register with SBEC to obtain an Educational Aide Certification
Ability to work with children with disabilities
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Knowledge of general office equipment
Flexibility with situations that require a change in schedule
Ability to assist with positioning students with physical disabilities, which may require some lifting
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
Districtwide travel may be required
Hours may vary
Ability to fulfill all assigned responsibilities and duties

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time position
186-day work year
Staff development training programs
Special events participation
Equal opportunity employment