2026-2027 Special Education Assistant (Regular Inclusion) Pool

Young World Physical Education; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 22,454 - 31,657; Full time

Job summary

A local education organization in San Antonio is seeking a Special Education Assistant to support students with disabilities in their learning and development. The role involves working closely with students to assist with their physical and instructional needs, implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs), and managing behavior in a supportive environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma and familiarity with working with children. This is a full-time position with a salary range of $16.30 to $22.98 per hour.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children.
• Ability to manage behavior of assigned students.
• Recognize special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.

Responsibilities

• Help meet individual needs of students and assist with physical care.
• Manage behavior of assigned students, intervening in crises as needed.
• Work with small groups to develop motor skills and conduct exercises.

Skills

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or two years of study (48 hours)

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

Standard office equipment

Standard instructional equipment

Job description

2026-2027 Special Education Assistant (Regular Inclusion) Pool

Harlandale Independent School District Multi-Location - San Antonio, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 5571648
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Mar 05, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: Special Education Assistant (Regular Inclusion Assistant)

Status: Nonexempt/At-Will

Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned

Pay Grade: D2

Calendar Days: 187

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Primary Purpose: Help meet physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside classroom. Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP), including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
• Have met formal academic assessment (TOPP Region 20 Assessment, 70%)
• Associate’s degree or two years of study (48 hours) at an institution of higher learning
• Meet criteria to obtain a valid Texas educational aide certificate

• Special Knowledge/Skills:
• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively

• Experience: Experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Help meet the individual needs of student(s) including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting and positioning; interpreting instructions; and assisting with physical needs and personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Help manage the behavior of assigned student(s). This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student as needed.
• Recognize differences in student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction accordingly.
• Work with assigned student(s) or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
• Assist assigned students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned student(s).
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in professional development programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned by the campus principal or designee.

Other

No supervisory responsibilities.

Work Conditions

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students.

Posture: Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion: Frequent walking and reaching.

Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning or students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting nonambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment.

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases).

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

*Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.

The Harlandale Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or on any other basis prohibited by law.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary

$16.30 to $22.98 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Dr. Jeanette Romero, HR Coordinator
• Human Resources
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]