SPED Physically Handicapped Teacher Assistant (Grades: 6-8)

Dallas Independent School District

Dallas, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, English Language, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, High School Diploma, Interpersonal Skills, Inventory Management, Multilingual, Organizational Skills, Personal Care, Record Keeping, Spanish Language, Special Education, Staff Development, Student Conduct, Training/Teaching Materials, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Dallas, TX
POSTED
1 day ago

This position provides support to teachers and students in a classroom setting.

  • Assist with preparing instructional materials, classroom displays, and maintaining an organized environment.
  • Help with inventory, equipment maintenance, and administrative record-keeping.
  • Support substitute teachers and assist students with disabilities, personal care, and developing motor skills.
  • Help manage student behavior, intervene in crises, and ensure safety inside and outside the classroom.
  • Work with individual students or small groups, and communicate student needs to teachers.
  • Participate in staff development, meetings, and school events, maintaining punctuality and confidentiality.
  • Work in a moderate noise environment, with travel within the district required; campus-based work requires regular onsite attendance.


Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent, plus one of the following: associate degree, 48 college credits, or passing an assessment.
  • Paraprofessional certificate from State Board of Certification.
  • Experience or training in supporting children with disabilities preferred.
  • Effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills; bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
  • Flexible, proactive, and committed to ongoing professional development.

About the Company

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Dallas Independent School District