Assistant Special Education

Plano ISD; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Plano ISD at Williams High School seeks a dedicated individual to support students in the special education program under certified teachers. The role emphasizes preparing materials, assisting instructional activities, and maintaining confidential student information.

The ideal candidate holds a high school diploma, demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills, and possesses basic technology proficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working with students preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare student work, workstations, instructional materials and classroom displays as directed by the teacher.
• Assist with instructional activities as directed.
• Assist with data collection as requested.
• Provide for the personal care needs of appropriated students.
• Obtain and maintain annual Crisis Prevention Institute certification.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Liaison between regular education and special education teacher(s) on student's IEP (Individual Education Plan), modifications and adaptations of curriculum for student(s) and student progress.
• Adjust on-the-spot instruction without immediate teacher directions when necessary and provide daily feedback to teacher on students' progress.
• Assume responsibility for learning, adapting, and working through teacher direction regarding each student's special medical, physical, communicative and emotional needs.
• Implement Behavior Instructional Plans in all settings throughout the school.
• Communicate with teacher/supervisor/administrator.
• Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed.
• Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from superiors.
• Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Organization

Communication

Tech basics

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Computer

Copier

Student devices

Job description

• Date Posted:
  10/26/2026
• Location:
  Williams High School

Pay Grade: 723 (Min $15.23 per hr)
Work Days:183

Primary Purpose

• Support students served by special education under the direction of certified teachers.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or equivalency

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Effective organization and time management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic technology skills

Experience

• Experience working with students

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare student work, workstations, instructional materials and classroom displays as directed by the teacher
• Assists with instructional activities as directed
• Assists with data collection as requested
• Provides for the personal care needs of appropriated students
• Obtain and maintain annual Crisis Prevention Institute certification
• Maintain confidentiality
• Liaison between regular education and special education teacher(s) on student's IEP (Individual Education Plan), modifications and adaptations of curriculum for student(s) and student progress
• Adjust on-the-spot instruction without immediate teacher directions when necessary and provide daily feedback to teacher on students' progress
• Assume responsibility for learning, adapting, and working through teacher direction regarding each student's special medical, physical, communicative and emotional needs
• Implement Behavior Instructional Plans in all settings throughout the school
• Communicate with teacher/supervisor/administrator
• Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed
• Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from superiors
• Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor

Equipment Used

• Computer, copier, and student dedicated equipment and devices

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Work with frequent interruptions; regular heavy lifting up to 50 pounds; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; implement CPI holds/restraints as needed.