Assistant Special Education- Bilingual (Connect)

Plano ISD; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 1,731,000 - 2,465,000; Full time

Job summary

Plano ISD is seeking an Assistant Special Education - Bilingual (Connect) to support students with disabilities on campus. The role reports to teaching staff and works under the supervision of a certified teacher, contributing to instructional setup, IEP coordination, and student safety.

The ideal candidate will be fluent in Spanish, team-oriented, and capable of assisting with physical and personal care needs, behavior support, and daily classroom operations.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification requirement: High school diploma or equivalency.
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to read and speak Spanish fluently; willingness to be a positive team member; ability to work with children with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher(s) in preparation of student work, workstations, and classroom displays.
• Liaison between regular education and special education teacher(s) on student IEPs, modifications and adaptations of curriculum.
• Adjust on-the-spot instruction and provide daily feedback on student progress.
• Assist students with physical disabilities including transferring to/from wheelchairs and positioning.
• Support personal care tasks including feeding, bathroom needs, and hygiene.
• Assist in managing behavior and crisis interventions as needed.
• Supervise students inside and outside the classroom (lunchroom, bus duty, playground).
• Prepare administrative records and required reports; assist substitute teachers.

Skills

Spanish fluency

Team player

Children with disabilities

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Assistant Special Education- Bilingual (Connect) JobID: 1219

Date Posted: 9/15/2026

Pay Grade: 723 (Min $15.23 per hr)

Work Days: 183

Primary Purpose:

• Assist the campus staff in providing for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or equivalency

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to read and speak Spanish fluently
• Willing to be a positive team member
• Work well with children with disabilities

Experience:

• Experience working with students

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist the teacher(s) in preparation of student work, workstations, and classroom displays
• 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
• Assist students with physical disabilities according to their individualized needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning
• Assist students with physical needs and personal care including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
• Assist in managing the behavior of students and crisis intervention, including restraining disruptive or dangerous physical behavior as needed
• Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus duty, and playground
• Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students
• Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment
• Assist the teacher in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
• 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 supervisor
• Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor
• Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor

Equipment Used:

• Wheelchair lift, ramps, personal computer, copier, typewriter, and audio-visual equipment

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

• Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal); maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Frequent skilled lifting up to 50 pounds (training provided); stretching exercises (training provided); percussion breathing treatments (training provided) delivered in conjunction with health services; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling