Special Education Educational Aide

Special Education Educational Aide

Join the Manara Academy Team

Do you have a passion for helping students reach their full potential? Manara Academy is seeking a caring, patient, and dedicated Special Education Educational Aide to support students with disabilities in achieving academic, social, behavioral, and personal success. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day while working alongside a collaborative team of educators committed to excellence.

Position Summary

The Special Education Educational Aide assists certified special education teachers in providing instructional, behavioral, and physical support to students with disabilities in a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. The aide helps implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), reinforces academic instruction, supports student independence, and contributes to positive student outcomes.

Essential ResponsibilitiesStudent Instruction & Academic Support

• Assist teachers in implementing instructional activities aligned to each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Provide one-on-one and small-group academic support under teacher direction.
• Reinforce classroom instruction using teacher-developed lessons and materials.
• Assist students with assignments, assessments, learning technology, and instructional accommodations.
• Support students in developing organizational, communication, social, and independent learning skills.
• Monitor student progress and communicate observations to the supervising teacher.

Student Support & Behavior Management

• Foster a positive, respectful, and encouraging learning environment.
• Implement behavior intervention plans and classroom management strategies.
• Support students in developing self-regulation, social skills, and independence.
• Assist with de-escalation and crisis intervention when appropriately trained.
• Supervise students during transitions, lunch, recess, arrival, dismissal, field trips, and other school activities.

Physical & Personal Care (When Applicable)

Depending on student assignments, duties may include:

• Assisting students with mobility, transfers, positioning, or adaptive equipment.
• Supporting personal hygiene, feeding, toileting, or other daily living needs while preserving student dignity and independence.
• Following medical, health, and safety plans as directed.
• Assisting with lifting or positioning students using appropriate training and equipment when required.

Classroom & Program Support

• Prepare instructional materials and classroom resources.
• Maintain accurate documentation as assigned.
• Help organize and maintain classroom equipment and learning environments.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, related service providers, and families to support student success.

QualificationsRequired

• High school diploma or GED.
• Eligible for or holds a Texas Educational Aide Certificate.
• Ability to work effectively with students with diverse learning, behavioral, physical, and communication needs.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Demonstrated patience, flexibility, and a student-centered mindset.

Preferred

• Experience working with students with disabilities.
• Associate degree or college coursework in education or a related field.
• Knowledge of special education instructional strategies and behavior supports.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and lifting.
• Ability to assist students with mobility and positioning as needed.
• Ability to respond appropriately in emergency or crisis situations.
• Work may involve moderate lifting and assisting students with physical needs.

Why Join Manara Academy?

At Manara Academy, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to succeed. As a Special Education Educational Aide, you will be part of a collaborative team that values compassion, innovation, inclusion, and student achievement. Your work will have a lasting impact on the lives of students and families while contributing to a school culture built on excellence and service.

Make a difference. Empower students. Build brighter futures with Manara Academy.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Charter school

Application Question(s):

• Please provide three professional references. At least one reference must be a current or previous supervisor. Please include the following information for each reference:

Full Name

Email Address

Phone Number

Your professional relationship to the reference

• How many years of experience do you have working in a public charter school or Independent School District (ISD), as supported by a service record (NOT including substitute teaching work)?

Please specify the number of years and the roles you held. Experience must be verifiable.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Educational Aide : 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Paraprofessional / Educational Aide Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Irving, TX 75063 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25,000