2026-2027 Special Education Para

Brentwood Middle School; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Brentwood Middle School in San Antonio, Texas is seeking a dedicated Special Education Paraprofessional to support learning for students with diverse needs. The role involves assisting teachers, implementing IEP goals, and helping students participate in classroom activities.

You will collaborate with therapists and staff, maintain confidentiality, and help with data collection, assessments, and ARD meetings. The position offers full-time hours, benefits, and a schedule Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ARD Committee process and IEP goal setting/implementation.
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• First Aid/CPR training.
• Time management skills.
• Fluent in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in educational and social development of students under supervision.
• Assist in implementing IEPs and monitor progress.
• Support students inside and outside the classroom to participate in activities.
• Collaborate with speech therapists, social workers, and other therapists.
• Support students with emotional or behavioral concerns and help develop social skills.
• Modify curriculum with accommodations as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality per FERPA and data records.

Skills

ARD process

IEP goals

Safety precautions

First Aid/CPR

Time management

Microsoft Office

Child development

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

2026-2027 Special Education Para

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Job Details

Job ID: 5849106

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Third Future Schools is a high-achieving and growing network of charter schools. The network's school in Edgewood, Texas Brentwood Middle School, is looking for a Special Education Para.

Position Summary

Provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth. Develop or modify curricula and prepare lessons and other instructional materials to student ability levels. Work in self-contained, team, departmental, or itinerant capacity as assigned.

Position Requirements

Provide support to classroom teacher in all areas of instruction, safety, hygiene and wellness of the students in a center-based environment.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of special needs of students in assigned area
• Knowledge of Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee process and Individual Education Plan (IEP) goal setting process and implementation
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Knowledge of safety precautions
• First Aid/CPR
• Ability to follow directions
• Time Management expertise
• Fluent in Microsoft Office
• General knowledge of child development

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist in the educational and social development of students under the direction and guidance of the facilitator and classroom teachers.
• Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for the students and monitor their progress.
• Provide support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.
• Work with other professionals, such as speech therapist, social worker, occupational and physical therapists.
• Support students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills.
• Support instructional programs and provide instructional assistance for students in individual, small and large group settings. Implement approved modifications and/or accommodations of curriculum.
• Help and support students with special needs which may include emotional issues, self-help skills, fine and gross motor, visual, auditory, physical, medical and health needs, educational, prevocational and life skills in a least restrictive environment.
• Facilitate crisis intervention and assist students with problem solving techniques and conflict resolution. Enforces policies regarding behaviors and discipline to help correct behavioral problems and meet behavioral goals.
• Collaborate and communicate with other special and regular educators and administrators with regard to academic and behavioral issues and observations. Provide suggestions, feedback and support to building staff, administrators, parents and outside agencies regarding effective strategies for facilitating learning.
• Assist the school professional by helping with data collection, updating records and documentation while helping maintain student files and class records. Maintain compliance with confidentiality laws including Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Attend and participate in network and building in-service opportunities and committee work.

Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer, phone systems, video/instructional equipment, and peripherals Posture: Prolonged siting and standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking; repetitive computer work with frequent use of hands and wrists

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 50 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment, as well as supporting students in bathroom assistance

Environment: Work inside from school, home, or location other than school building, may work outside; regular exposure to noise and computer monitors

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

Collaborate with students, parents, and other members of staff to develop IEP through the ARD Committee process for each student assigned.

Implement an instructional, therapeutic, or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

Work cooperatively with classroom teachers to modify regular curricula as needed and assist special education students in regular classes with assignments.

Participate in ARD Committee meetings on a regular basis.

Conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to plan for instructional activities.

Present subject matter according to guidelines established by IEP.

Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and capabilities of each student assigned.

Use technology in teaching/learning process.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $35,000 to $35,000 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Middle Grades

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• HR Department
• Network (Colorado)
• Aurora, Colorado 80011
• Email: [e-mail]

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