What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Special Education Aide (2026-2027) position at Coppell ISD?
JOB STATUS: OPEN
POSTING DATE: 05/08/2026
CLOSING DATE: 07/31/2026 05:00 PM
POSTING NUMBER: 00002969
LOCATION: Valley Ranch Elementary
POSITION TITLE: Early Childhood Special Education Aide (2026-2027)
PAY SCHEDULE / GRADE: Nonexempt/Pay Grade 202
HOURS PER DAY: 8
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Assist special education and regular education teachers in providing for instructional and physical needs of learners with disabilities in the general and special education settings. Assist in implementation of classroom programs including self-help, behavior management, and instructional programs. Works under the general supervision of the campus principal and under the immediate direction of the certified special education or general education teacher.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
High School Diploma or GED certificate
Have met formal academic assessment, associate degree, or two
Years of study at an institution of higher learning* or bachelor’s degree preferred
Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate—May be applied for once employed
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)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to work with children with disabilities
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
EXPERIENCE:
Experience working with school-aged children preferred
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Instructional Support
Assist educator in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom.
Help with the inventory, care and maintenance of equipment.
Assist teacher in collecting data to document learner IEP progress
Assist teacher in keeping administrative records and in preparation of required reports.
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
Work with learners as directed by the special education or general education teacher to support their access to the grade level curriculum and extra-curricular activities.
Support learners in general education and special education settings as assigned.
Support learners’ use of digital devices for learning and assessment as assigned.
Learner Management
Assist learners with physical disabilities according to their needs including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting or positioning if needed.
Assist learners with physical needs and personal care including feeding, bathroom needs and personal hygiene.
Help manage the behavior of the learners. This includes intervening in crisis situations, utilizing de-escalation techniques, and physical management as required to abate the crisis.
Assume the responsibility for learning and adapting to each learner’s special medical, physical, communicative and emotional needs.
Work with individual learners or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
Help supervise learners throughout the school day inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, playground, and safe movement throughout the building.
Provide Personal Care as identified in student’s IEP and maintain accurate records of Personal Care services rendered.
All other duties as assigned
Professional Growth and Development
Maintains confidentiality.
Participates in staff development programs, faculty meetings and special events as assigned. This includes training in management of aggressive behaviors, if necessary.
Assist special educator or general education teacher in maintaining communication with campus staff working with learners.
Redirect parent queries to educator.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Equipment Used:
Digital technology; Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook); printer, copier and fax machine; and Google Apps; learner specific equipment for communication and/or physical needs
WORKING_CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent creative problem solving with other members of the instructional team. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment. May be required to lift and position learners with physical disabilities; control behavior through physical restraint; and assist non-ambulatory learners. Exposure to biological hazards.
START DATE: 08/03/2026
POSTING DATE: 05/08/2026
CLOSING DATE: 07/31/2026 05:00 PM
POSTING NUMBER: 00002969
LOCATION: Valley Ranch Elementary
POSITION TITLE: Early Childhood Special Education Aide (2026-2027)
PAY SCHEDULE / GRADE: Nonexempt/Pay Grade 202
HOURS PER DAY: 8
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Assist special education and regular education teachers in providing for instructional and physical needs of learners with disabilities in the general and special education settings. Assist in implementation of classroom programs including self-help, behavior management, and instructional programs. Works under the general supervision of the campus principal and under the immediate direction of the certified special education or general education teacher.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
High School Diploma or GED certificate
Have met formal academic assessment, associate degree, or two
Years of study at an institution of higher learning* or bachelor’s degree preferred
Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate—May be applied for once employed
- For positions funded by Title monies or for positions at campuses identified as a
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)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to work with children with disabilities
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
EXPERIENCE:
Experience working with school-aged children preferred
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Instructional Support
Assist educator in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom.
Help with the inventory, care and maintenance of equipment.
Assist teacher in collecting data to document learner IEP progress
Assist teacher in keeping administrative records and in preparation of required reports.
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
Work with learners as directed by the special education or general education teacher to support their access to the grade level curriculum and extra-curricular activities.
Support learners in general education and special education settings as assigned.
Support learners’ use of digital devices for learning and assessment as assigned.
Learner Management
Assist learners with physical disabilities according to their needs including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting or positioning if needed.
Assist learners with physical needs and personal care including feeding, bathroom needs and personal hygiene.
Help manage the behavior of the learners. This includes intervening in crisis situations, utilizing de-escalation techniques, and physical management as required to abate the crisis.
Assume the responsibility for learning and adapting to each learner’s special medical, physical, communicative and emotional needs.
Work with individual learners or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
Help supervise learners throughout the school day inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, playground, and safe movement throughout the building.
Provide Personal Care as identified in student’s IEP and maintain accurate records of Personal Care services rendered.
All other duties as assigned
Professional Growth and Development
Maintains confidentiality.
Participates in staff development programs, faculty meetings and special events as assigned. This includes training in management of aggressive behaviors, if necessary.
Assist special educator or general education teacher in maintaining communication with campus staff working with learners.
Redirect parent queries to educator.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Equipment Used:
Digital technology; Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook); printer, copier and fax machine; and Google Apps; learner specific equipment for communication and/or physical needs
WORKING_CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent creative problem solving with other members of the instructional team. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment. May be required to lift and position learners with physical disabilities; control behavior through physical restraint; and assist non-ambulatory learners. Exposure to biological hazards.
START DATE: 08/03/2026