Frisco ISD·Frisco, Texas
Assist special education teachers in providing instructional and physical support to students with cognitive impairments. Manage student behavior, maintain administrative records, and supervise students throughout the school day.
Reports To Campus Principal Work Year Days 186 Primary Purpose Assist special education teacher in providing for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a special education setting.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:Functional Academics (FA) This instructional setting provides educational services primarily to students with cognitive impairments who access the general education curriculum through prerequisite skills.
An individually paced curriculum is developed for each student, focusing on reading, writing and math with a strong emphasis on pre-vocational skills.
Instruction meets the needs of students requiring alternate assessment.
Students are typically able to participate in some activities and classes with their non-disabled peers with support.
FA classrooms are arranged to provide maximum opportunity for intensive specialized instruction on the prerequisite level of the academic Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS).
Education/Certification: High School diploma or GEDAssociate degree or two years of higher education preferredIf hired, must complete SBEC certification process to obtain an Educational Aide Certification Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to work with children with disabilitiesAbility to follow verbal and written instructionsAbility to communicate effectivelyKnowledge of general office equipment Major Responsibilities and Duties Help the teacher prepare instructional materials.Help the teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.Provide assistance to substitute teachers.Assist students with physical disabilities according to their needs (may require some lifting).Help manage behavior of students. Support students’ instructional needs in accordance with their Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs). Assist students with personal care as appropriate. Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special needs.Work with individual students or small groups.Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom.Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.Maintain confidentiality.Participate in staff development training programs and special events as assigned.Candidates must be able to fulfill all responsibilities and duties as assigned. Other Duties as Assigned Frisco ISD retains the right to adjust the responsibilities and assignments of all positions as needed to meet the needs of the District. Work Relationships Frisco ISD is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that honors and supports the social and emotional well-being of all. Employees are expected to interact in a manner that is becoming of educators and promotes high levels of productivity for the benefit of the students we serve. Working Conditions Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Work with frequent interruptions. Maintain emotional control under stress. Physical demands include: frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting and transferring students to and from wheelchairs, and assisting with positioning students with physical disabilities. Must be able to lift 25lbs. Exposure to biological hazards. Special Education General Employee Expectation: The Special Education Department maintains an expectation that all staff will assume shared responsibility for the health, safety, and confidentiality of all students and adults; which may include implementing, supporting and documenting behavioral intervention strategies and/or providing school health, related, and personal care services. Disclosure Statements The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. The Frisco Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, or disability status of otherwise qualified individuals. FISD does not discriminate on the basis of membership or application for membership in the uniformed services.
Requires a high school diploma or GED, with an associate degree or two years of higher education preferred. Candidates must be able to complete the SBEC certification process for an Educational Aide Certification.
Market context
In Texas, Special Education Aide roles in Functional Academics are typically in steady demand because schools need support for students who require structured, individualized instruction. These positions are competitive when candidates bring classroom experience, flexibility, and readiness to complete the SBEC Educational Aide Certification after hire. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, and if you apply, highlight any experience supporting students with disabilities or assisting teachers in small-group settings.