Special Education Teacher Assistant – Autism (APPLE) - Memorial Middle - School Year 2026-2027

Special Education Teacher Assistant - Autism (APPLE) - Memorial Middle - School Year 2026-2027 JobID: 7925

Position Type:

Paraprofessional/Teacher Assistant

Date Posted:

5/20/2026

Location:

Memorial Middle School

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Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Description

Special Education Teacher Assistant - Autism (APPLE)

Job Title:Special Education Teacher Assistant Autism (APPLE)Reports To:Building PrincipalClassification:Paraprofessional (Clerical/Teacher Assistant)Wage/Hour Status:Non-exemptDays:188Salary:See Compensation Plan for Paraprofessional/Administrative Support Staff, Pay Grade 203Contract:NoneDate Revised:11/15/2023Primary Purpose:Assist students and teachers in the special education Autism program and general education classes.Qualifications/Skills:

Education/Certification:

• Minimum of 48 college hours or high school diploma/equivalent plus pass a District Assessment.
• Educational Aide Certification.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work with children using appropriate interpersonal skills.
• Background related to working with children and parents.
• Physical capacity to lift, transfer and otherwise assist students with physical disabilities (e.g. ability to lift 50 lbs.).
• Fluent in English (speaking and writing).
• Knowledge regarding Autism preferred.
• Bus driver training as needed, or as required.

Major Duties and

Responsibilities:

Instructional Support:

• Adhere to Texas Education Agency and district policies and procedures.
• Assist in carrying out the instructional program under the supervision of the teaching personnel.
• Follow teacher instruction and guidance.
• Assist with teacher planned activities, exercises and drills.

Student Management:

• Assist in maintaining student records.

Other:

• Participate in planned in-service and professional growth activities related to Autism and other topics.
• Perform other duties as required.

Supervisory

Responsibilities:NoneEquipment Used:Wheelchair, ramp, personal computer and various office equipment.Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• This position requires regular in-person interaction with the public.

Physical Demands:

• Repetitive hand motions.
• Prolonged use of the computer.
• Frequent sitting, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling.
• Moving small stacks of textbooks, boxes, equipment and other campus equipment.

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Spring Branch Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status or disability.

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. By applying for this position, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the job description listed above.