Aide - SPED ABLE

Position Type :

Campus Support / Campus Aide

Date Posted : 2 / 25 / 2025

Location : Districtwide

Date Available : 2025-26 School Year

Job Title : SPED ABLE Aide Wage / Hour Status : Nonexempt

Reports to : Principal and teacher(s) Pay Grade : Clerical 4 - refer to HR / Pay Scales at magnoliaisd.org

Dept. / School : All Campuses Calendar Duty Days : 187

Date Revised : 5 / 3 / 18

Primary Purpose :

Help special education teacher provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in

special education setting. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior

management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction

of certified teacher.

Qualifications :

Education / Certification :

High school diploma

Valid Texas educational aide certificate or willingness to obtain certificate

(at applicant's expense) within 30 days of employment

Any applicant for paraprofessional jobs who is recommended for hire in Magnolia ISD and hasn't obtained a minimum of 48 college hours will have to pass paraprofessional assessment exam which consists of reading, writing and mathematics.

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience :

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties :

Instructional Support

• Help teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

Other

Supervisory Responsibilities :

None.

Equipment Used :

Wheelchair lift, ramp, personal computer, copier, and audiovisual equipment.

Working Conditions :

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and

pulling; regular heavy lifting of students(must be able to lift 60 pounds or more). Biological exposure to

bacteria and communicable diseases.