Assistant Special Education-ECSE Structured (3 YO Class)

Plano ISD; Wheaton (MN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Plano ISD seeks an Assistant Special Education-ECSE Structured (3 YO Class) to support the ECSE Teacher in Pearson Elementary and daily classroom activities. The role involves implementing learning experiences, documenting progress, and collaborating with parents and health staff.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a developmentally appropriate environment, with duties including planning sessions, health plan tasks, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assist ECSE Teacher in planning and implementing learning activities.
• Assess student learning using developmentally appropriate practices; maintain anecdotal records and IEP/portfolio samples.
• Provide a developmentally appropriate learning environment.
• Involve parents as volunteers and partners in teaching.
• Maintain updated data for each child and classroom discipline.
• Assist with health plan tasks and daily living skills as trained.
• Participate in ARD meetings and home visits as needed.
• Assist with application/registration and daily ECSE planning sessions.
• Support evening parent training meetings and follow policies of Plano ISD.

Skills

Effective communication

General office equipment knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Assistant Special Education-ECSE Structured (3 YO Class) JobID: 1347

Date Posted

10/26/2026

Location

Pearson Elementary

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