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Job Description

Primary Purpose:
Assist Special Education teacher in implementing student IEP’s. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.





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  • Position Type: Full-time
  • Positions Available: 1
Job Category : Instructional Support > Individual Aide 

Equal Opportunity Employer

Waco ISD is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.


Job Requirements

  • Education/Certification:
    • Associate’s degree or two years of study (60 college hours) at an institute of higher
      learning or
    • Para Professional Institute Certificate
    • Valid Texas educational aide certificate 

  • Special Knowledge/Skills:
    • Ability/willingness to work with children with disabilities
    • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
    • Ability to communicate effectively with adults and children
    • Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
    • Ability to adapt to changes in routine and needs of students
    • Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
    • Ability to use basic job related equipment (computer, projector, copier, scanner, etc.)
    • Ability to work with and effectively communicate with diverse groups 

  • Experience:
    • Some experience working with children

  • At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred
  • High School/Trade School degree preferred
  • Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

  • Melissa Vega , HR Clerk
  • P.O. Box 27
  • Waco, Texas 76703
  • Phone: 254-755-9410