18+ Transitions Paraprofessional

Alvin ISD; Manvel (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvin ISD’s Manvel High School seeks an instructional support paraprofessional to assist the special education teacher in supervising, training, and coaching young adults with developmental disabilities at their job sites.

You will work under the general supervision of the special education coordinator and the immediate direction of a certified teacher. This role emphasizes on-site training, collaboration with employers, families, and team members for student success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Texas Educational Aide Certificate obtainable through AISD upon hire.
• Two years of higher education (48 hours) or an Associates Degree, or passing score on the Paraprofessional Assessment of Competencies.

Responsibilities

• Assist the special education teacher in supervising, training, and coaching young adults with developmental disabilities at their job sites.
• Work under the general supervision of the special education coordinator and the immediate direction of a certified teacher.
• Provide on-site job training and collaborate with employers, co-workers, and families to support student success.

Skills

Communication

Time management

On-site training

Disability support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Educational Aide Certificate

48 credit hours / Associates degree

Paraprofessional Competency exam

Job description

• Date Posted:
  11/9/2026
  
• Location:
  Manvel High School
  
• Date Available:
  26-27 School Year
  

Primary Purpose:

Assist special education teacher in the supervision, training, and coaching of young adults with developmental disabilities at their job sites. Work under general supervision of the special education coordinator and immediate direction of certified teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED
Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate (obtainable through AISD upon hire)
Two years of study at an institution of higher education totaling 48 hours or an Associates Degree, or
Passing score on the "Paraprofessional Assessment of Competencies" exam, to be administered by Alvin ISD

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to work well with adults with disabilities
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to analyze job skill requirements and match them with student abilities
Ability to provide on-site job training
Ability to work with a wide range of individuals – employers, co-workers, families, etc.
Effective time management skills

Experience:

A minimum of two years of experience working or volunteering with children or adults with disabilities

Salary:

Instructional Support PG2/184 days
Starting: $21,307