Teacher Assistant - Special Education

Job Title: Teacher Assistant - Special Education Reports To: Principal Organization: Tejano Center Division: RYSS Texas Public Schools Location: FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Emp Employment Status: Full-Time Work Calendar Status: 10 Months (195 Days) Salary: MIN: $14.10/hrly MID: $16.68/hrly. MAX: $19.47/hrly

Revised: April 23, 2026

POSITION SUMMARY Under direct supervision, performs duties that are instructional in nature or may deliver direct services to students or parents. Serves in a position for which a teacher or another professional has ultimate responsibility for the design and implementation of educational programs and services. Assists with test administration. May provide specialized assistance for students with special needs. Education & Experience Educational Aide certificate as established by the State Board for Educator Certification.

1. Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (defined as completion of 48 semester hours) of college course work.
2. Possess an associate's (or higher) degree; or
3. Meet a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a local academic assessment-Texas Higher Education Assessment (THEA) [formerly the TASP test], verifying knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. Essential Duties & Responsibilities
   • Assists teacher(s) with student academic goals, by working with small groups of children or an individual child
   • Assists teacher(s) in the enforcement of classroom management and behavioral plans, creating an environment that is appropriate for learning.
   • Assists with supervising students during breakfast, recess, lunch, dismissal, special events, and programs.
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     • Assists teacher(s) in the preparation of paperwork for the ARD/IEP process. Collects and enters data for completion of special education reports and documents.
     • Assists teacher(s) with the planning, preparation and implementation of differentiated instruction for individual students and groups.
     • Performs other campus duties as assigned.

     Equal Opportunity Statement Tejano Center for Community Concerns is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

     This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

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