Assistant Special Education-ECSE Structured

Plano ISD; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Plano ISD is seeking an Assistant Special Education-ECSE to support the ECSE Teacher in Beaty Early Childhood. The role involves implementing learning experiences, maintaining student data, and assisting with IEP records and ARD meetings.

Requirements include a high school diploma and experience with children, plus strong communication and office skills to support classroom operations daily.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of general office equipment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Assist the ECSE Teacher in planning and implementing learning activities.
• Assess student learning using developmentally appropriate practices and maintain records.
• Provide a developmentally appropriate learning environment.
• Involve parents as volunteers and partners in teaching.

Skills

Office equipment

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer

Copier

Laminator

Adaptive equipment

Job description

Assistant Special Education-ECSE Structured JobID: 1204

• Date Posted: 9/3/2026
• Location: Beaty Early Childhood

Pay Grade: 725 (Min $17.26 per hr)

Work Days: 183

Primary Purpose:

• Responsible for assisting the ECSE Teacher in planning and implementing the learning activities in the classroom

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Knowledge of general office equipment
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Assist the ECSE Teacher in:

• Implementing the learning experiences of the identified children
• Assessing and evaluating student learning through developmentally appropriate practices; anecdotal record entries/IEP records and portfolio samples
• Providing a learning environment that is developmentally appropriate
• Involving parents as volunteers and as partners in the teaching process
• Maintaining updated data for each child
• Maintaining discipline and management of the classroom
• Assist children in performing self-care tasks and in daily living skills
• Assist with special education housekeeping chores
• Implement tasks as outlined in a health plan given with training from health personnel
• Participate in ARD meetings and home visits as needed for specific students
• Assist with application and registration
• Participate in daily planning sessions with the ECSE teacher
• Assist with evening parent training meetings
• 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:

• Computer, copier, laminator and adaptive equipment for students

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

• Reading; ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling; frequent use of computer and repetitive hand motions; frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds