Physical Needs Aide II Full-time

Killeen Independent School District - Killeen, Texas

401K, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance

Physical Needs Aide II

Killeen Independent School District | District Wide
Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Starting at $14.74/hour

Make a Meaningful Difference—One Student at a Time

Killeen ISD is seeking compassionate and dependable Physical Needs Aide II professionals to provide one-on-one support for students receiving special education services.

This role is ideal for someone who is patient, physically capable, and passionate about helping students access learning through individualized academic, behavioral, and physical support.

In this role, you’ll help students safely navigate the school day while working closely with teachers, therapists, and campus staff.

What You’ll Do:

Provide one-on-one support for students throughout the school day
Reinforce classroom instruction and teacher-led learning activities
Support implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and student support plans
Assist students with mobility, positioning, transfers, and physical safety
Support use of wheelchairs, adaptive equipment, and assistive devices
Assist with personal care needs such as feeding, toileting, hygiene, dressing, and mobility support
Support participation in classroom activities, transitions, drills, assemblies, recess, and field trips
Assist with therapeutic activities under staff guidance when needed
Maintain required documentation and communication with campus staff
Help maintain a safe, supportive, and structured learning environment
Attend required training and meetings
Perform additional duties as assigned

What You Bring:

To be considered, candidates must meet KISD Educational Aide II eligibility requirements.

Required Qualifications:

Candidates must meet ONE of the following Title I eligibility requirements (applies to most KISD campuses):

48 completed college credit hours
Completion of Region 12 or Region 13 Paraprofessional Academy
Title I Aide certification/testing from KISD or another Texas district

AND meet ONE of the following Educational Aide II qualifications:

Two years of experience working with children
OR
15 college credit hours, including at least one course in:
- Child Development
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Education

Additional requirements:

Upload proof of highest level of education (transcript or certification documentation)
Ability to safely support students with physical assistance needs
Comfort in a highly active, hands-on support role

Physical Requirements:

This role requires:

Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting
Assisting with transfers, mobility support, and physical student assistance
Ability to safely support students and equipment throughout the school day
Indoor and occasional outdoor work in varying weather conditions

Why Killeen ISD?

Meaningful student-centered work
School-year schedule with summers off from active work
Paid over 12 months
Supportive special education team environment
Ongoing training and professional development
Opportunity to make a direct daily impact in a student’s educational journey

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Benefits

401K
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance

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