Aide - SPED ECSE

Position Type :

Campus Support / Campus Aide

Date Posted : 2 / 25 / 2025

Location : Districtwide

Date Available : 2025-26 School Year

Job Title : Special Education ECSE (PPCD) Para Wage / Hour Status : Non Exempt

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

Dept. / School : SPED Date Revised : 10 / 25 / 2018

Primary Purpose :

The job of Special Education PPCD Paraprofessional is done for the purpose / s of providing support to

PreK or PPCD classrooms. The paraprofessional will be working in a general education and / or special

education setting providing support to special education students. The job entails documenting student

behavior, student progress on goals and objectives, monitoring student in classrooms, assisting teacher at

provide for physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in special education / general

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 a 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 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, computer, standard office equipment 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. Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.

Participation in Crisis Intervention Strategies with students in a crisis situation. Be able to lift at least 40

pounds.