Special Education Aide – Specialized Behavior Support

Liberty High School

. Perform under the instruction of a certified special education teacher to support the emotional, behavioral, social, and instructional needs of students with disabilities .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeMcKinney • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates the ability to support students with emotional and behavioral disabilities through effective communication, behavior management strategies, and individualized instructional support. Proficient in collecting and documenting student data while maintaining confidentiality and emotional control in a dynamic classroom environment.

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Educational Aide CertificationBehavior ManagementEmotional RegulationData CollectionStudent Supervision

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Hard Skills

Behavior ManagementData CollectionInstructional Material PreparationDe-escalation TechniquesStudent Positioning Assistance

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationEmotional ControlAdaptabilityCollaborationFollowing Instructions

Tools & Technologies

General Office Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Educational Aide Certification

Industry Keywords

Special EducationEmotional DisabilitiesBehavioral DisabilitiesInclusion SupportConfidentiality

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform under the instruction of a certified special education teacher to support the emotional, behavioral, social, and instructional needs of students with disabilities
Assist in implementing classroom programs involving behavior management, emotional regulation, social skills, and academic instruction
Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials
Assist in preparing and maintaining classroom organizational structure
Collect individualized student data
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
Provide inclusion support in general education and/or special education settings
Assist with verbal and physical de-escalation of students
Learn and adapt to each student’s individualized needs
Work with individual students and/or small groups
Supervise students throughout the school day inside and outside the classroom
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

High School diploma or GED
Associate degree or two years of higher education preferred
If hired, must complete SBEC certification process to obtain an Educational Aide Certification
Ability to work with children with emotional and/or behavioral disabilities
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively with students, as well as special education and general education staff
Knowledge of general office equipment
Ability to collect accurate student data
Must be able to lift 25lbs
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress
Ability to perform frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting and transferring students to and from wheelchairs
Ability to assist with positioning students with physical disabilities
Ability to work with frequent interruptions
Exposure to biological hazards

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work year of 186 days
Staff development training programs
Equal opportunity employment