Job Description
Revised: 4/27/2025
Position Title: Instructional Assistant, Brailler
Job Title: Instructional Assistant
Reports to: Director, Special Education Pay Grade: N12
Terms of
Employment:
- 183 days per year.
- At-Will employment agreement.
- Salary is in the pay grade N12 on the Non-
exempt SAISD Compensation Plan.
- Entry hourly rate is at $21.00 with consideration
for directly related experience.
FLSA Classification: Non-exempt
Funding
Source: This position is locally funded.
NOTE: Individuals recommended for hire in an Instructional Assistant position or any other position requiring
State Board for Educator Certification SBEC certification will be required to submit appropriate application/s and
fees as determined by SBEC to obtain certification.
Only those persons who meet the minimum qualifications as posted should apply for this position and will be
considered. The online application must be fully completed for consideration; Supervisor reference/s are
required.
Position Summary
Enhance the effectiveness of learning for students with visual impairments, especially those who are blind and
who use Braille. Assist visually impaired students who are in special education or general education classes by
collaborating with other service providers on adaptations needed in order for the students to be successful in the
classroom.
Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities
- Assist the teachers of the visually impaired by preparing adapted materials for students with vision loss.
- Deliver Braille, low vision materials and equipment to students on campuses, districtwide.
- Use Braille transcribing programs to format materials including textbooks, workbooks, teacher -made
materials, novels and reading assignments, math and science notations, tactile graphic, music notation
and foreign languages into proper Braille code.
- Travel to campuses to provide instructional reinforcement of Braille and adaptive visual skills with
individual students under the supervision of the Visually Impaired teachers.
- Establish and maintain good working relationships with department staff, school personnel, students and
parents.
- Participate in problem-solving to ensure Braille and tactile materials are prepared in such a way as to
meet the individual needs of students.
- Assist in maintaining an inventory of materials and equipment.
- Support the mission of school district by serving as a positive role model for students.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
- Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected
for this position.
Job Description
Revised: 4/27/2025
Minimum Requirements
- Must have one of the following educational requirements:
o Associates degree or higher from an accredited college/university.
o A minimum of forty-eight (48) semester college hours from an accredited college or university.
o High school diploma or GED equivalent recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional
accrediting agency and completion of the paraeducator training course provided by Stedi.org with a
passing score of 70% or higher or Treasuring Our Paraprofessionals certificate through Region XX (course
fees are the responsibility of the applicant)
- Eligible to obtain a paraprofessional certificate issued by the State Board of Educator Certification.
- Work experience with children who have significant vision loss; or, 2+ years of experience as an instructional
assistant with some knowledge of child development; or demonstration of proficiency in a specialized skill
area, or experience related to working with students, such as work in church-related schools, day camps,
private schools, or licensed day centers; or similar experience.
- Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee
(approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.
Preferred Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and
diplomacy.
- Demonstrated ability to read, write and communicate in English. ( Spanish for Bilingual Instructional Assistant).
- Basic knowledge of vision loss and its implications for learning.
- Knowledge of Braille Code.
- Ability to type 35 wpm or more.
- Demonstrated ability to assist students with academic work at the academic grade level appropriate for the
assignment.
- Demonstrated ability to follow an established work schedule that includes instructional assignments and
student support services.
- Demonstrate the following core values: integrity, high expectations, commitment, respect, dedication to
teamwork and passion for a student-centered environment.
Working Conditions
Work Environment:
- Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and
equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.
- Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional
exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc .
Physical Demands/Requirements:
Job Description
Revised: 4/27/2025
- Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines; frequent sitting,
standing, walking, climbing, balancing, pulling and pushing; reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing,
speaking clearly, visual acuity and prolonged data input; occasional lift/carry light, moderate 15-44 pounds.
Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports
- Supervision of Students on occasion
San Antonio ISD is committed to non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, culture, religion,
national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, appearance,
immigration/citizenship status, home language, socioeconomic status, or disability in its educational programs,
services, and District business functions.
Information on persons designated to handle inquiries regarding non -discrimination policies can be found within
SAISD Board Policies DIA(EXHIBIT) or FFH(EXHIBIT), available online at:
https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176.
San Antonio ISD está comprometido a no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen étnico, cultura, religión,
origen nacional, edad, sexo, identidad sexual, expresión de género, orientación sexual, apariencia, estado
inmigratorio/de ciudadanía, idioma natal, estado socioeconómico o discapacidad en sus programas educativos,
servicios y funciones de negocios del Distrito.
La información sobre las personas designadas para manejar consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación se
encuentra bajo las Políticas de la Junta Directiva DIA (Prueba documental) o FFH (Prueba documental) de SAISD,
disponible en línea bajo: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176
Employee Signature: _____ Date: __