Educational Aide – Aternative Ed Program (AEP)

Supervise students assigned to the district’s Alternative Education Program (AEP) for disciplinary reasons. Maintain a highly structured and orderly environment. Work under the general supervision of Campus Principals, Special Education Director and immediate direction of the Certified Teacher assigned to AEP on a daily basis.

 

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*

Valid Texas educational aide certificate (educational aide III certification preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to use personal computer

Experience:

Three years experience as classroom aide or 30 semester hours of college credit with emphasis on child growth and development preferred.

*
Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

1. Work with certified teacher and campus administrators to create and maintain an orderly and highly structured classroom environment.
2. Work with individual students to complete assignments given by classroom teacher.
3. Consult classroom teachers regarding student assignments.
4. Distribute, collect, and check student assignments for accuracy.
5. Maintain individual files of completed student assignments and return to classroom teachers.

Student Management

6. Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations, and Individual Education Plans (IEP).
7. Record student attendance and discipline referrals according to established procedures.
8. Supervise students assigned to ISS during lunch and bathroom breaks.

Other

9. Maintain confidentiality.
10. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events when required.
11. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Instructional Support

1. Work with certified teacher and campus administrators to create and maintain an orderly and highly structured classroom environment.
2. Work with individual students to complete assignments given by classroom teacher.
3. Consult classroom teachers regarding student assignments.
4. Distribute, collect, and check student assignments for accuracy.
5. Maintain individual files of completed student assignments and return to classroom teachers.

Student Management

6. Manage student behavior and administer discipline according to board policies, administrative regulations, and Individual Education Plans (IEP).
7. Record student attendance and discipline referrals according to established procedures.
8. Supervise students assigned to ISS during lunch and bathroom breaks.

Other

9. Maintain confidentiality.
10. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events when required.
11. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:  None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment


Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping


Motion: Moderate walking


Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15)


Environment: Work inside; may work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise


Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

 

Interested persons may apply by submitting an application located on the La Grange ISD website at www.lgisd.net, Human Resources/Job Opportunities.
Applicants are encouraged to include attachments such as resumes, letters of interest, transcripts, licenses, applicable certificates, etc… to their application.
This posting is for the 2026-2027 school year.

171 duty days (paid on a 183-day schedule)

Salary:  LGISD Clerical/Paraprofessional Pay Grade 2

Mr. Nathan Truex
Principal
979-968-4800
nathan.truex@lgisd.net