Adaptive Behavior Specialist Aide

About the Employer

Aide - Sped - Adaptive Behavior

Job Description

Reports to: Principal
Duty Days: 187 days
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Grade: IS04
Updated: 06/2025

Qualifications

College Hours for Title I Campus

48 required or a score of 464 on the Parapro Test.

College Hours (Non-Title I Campus)

15, High School Diploma or GED (with passing score on Parapro).

Valid Texas Educational Aide II Certificate

Required once employed.

Required Skills and Abilities

Ability to work with children with disabilities. Ability to follow verbal and written instruction. Ability to communicate effectively. Knowledge of general office equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

Valid CPI Certification (can be obtained after employment).

Primary Purpose

Instructional and student-care duties as assigned.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Adhere to Federal, State, and Local Policies and Procedures

Adhere to federal, state and local policies and procedures related to special education aides.

Participate in Planned In-Services and Professional Growth Activities

Participate in planned in-services and professional growth activities.

Assist with Instructional Program

Assist in carrying out the instructional program.

Data Collection and Preparation

Assist in data collection.
Assist in preparation, use and maintenance of instructional materials and equipment.

Teacher-Planned Activities and Exercises

Assist with teacher-planned activities, exercises and drills.

Student Care and Support

Assist when needed in helping students in self-care activities such as toileting.
Assist in implementing the adaptive behavior protocol.
Attend professional meetings as required.
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
Physically prompt students through instruction which may require lifting and positioning.
Other shared duties as assigned.

Personal Care and IEPs

Provide personal care as identified in applicable student IEPs.

Working Conditions

Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; occasional running, heavy lifting and carrying, 45 pounds and over daily, positioning of students, moving classroom or adaptive equipment, noise exposure, biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; exposure to physical and verbal outbursts by students. May be required to utilize CPI strategies to manage disruptive students, including restraint.

Additional Information

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.