Instructional Assistant, Special Education Early Childhood

Garza Elementary School; McAllen (TX); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 29.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Garza Elementary School in McAllen, Texas seeks an Instructional Assistant for Special Education Early Childhood to support the classroom teacher in delivering curriculum and activities tailored to students with diverse needs. The role involves assisting with instruction, behavior management, feeding assistance and supervision throughout the day.

Required education includes a high school diploma or higher plus an associate degree or 48 college hours; paraprofessional certification preferred and

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or minimum 48 college hours required.
• Paraprofessional Certification preferred (required upon employment).

Responsabilidades

• Assist teacher in daily classroom operations and help provide a supportive learning environment.
• Assist with behavior management and medical needs of students.
• Assist in supervising students throughout the workday.
• Help feed students or assist them in feeding themselves.
• Assist with special toileting needs.
• Supervise students in halls, cafeteria, buses and classrooms.
• Sanitize room and equipment.
• Assist with planning and preparation of instructional materials.
• Work with small groups to reinforce material.
• Follow ISD customer service standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Conocimientos

Reading & writing

Clear communication

Crisis composure

Student support

Educación

High School Diploma

Associate degree / 48 credits

Paraprofessional Certification

Descripción del empleo

Instructional Assistant, Special Education Early Childhood

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This job is also posted in McAllen Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5968118
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To assist the classroom teacher in providing curriculum activities and experiences designed to their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth of all special education students

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or equivalent, required

Associate degree or a minimum of 48 college hours, required

Paraprofessional Certification, preferred (required upon employment)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions; ability to work with emotionally, physically and/or mentally impaired students; ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions; and ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

Basic computer skills performed, preferred

Experience:

Background in working with special needs children or adults, preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assist teacher in daily classroom operations and help provide a supportive learning environment.

2. Assist with behavior management and medical needs of students.

3. Assist in supervising students throughout the workday.

4. Feed or help students feed themselves.

5. Assist with special toileting needs.

6. Monitor students to and from buses, in cafeteria, in inclusion classrooms and in hallways to and from activities.

7. Sanitize room and equipment.

8. Assist teachers in planning and preparation of instructional materials.

9. Under supervision of the special education teacher, work with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.

10. Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.

11. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

EQUIPMENT USED:

Computer, copiers, multimedia equipment, and other office or classroom machines

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

Ability to make rational decisions under stressful circumstances; deal with special needs children in a caring, supportive, but non-emotional manner

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Ability to lift or move at least 40 pounds and push over 100 pounds; must be able to work in a noisy environment; ability to provide for sanitation needs and student hygiene; assist in restraining students in crisis situations.

Days:187

Hourly Pay Range:

Minimum: $15.50

Maximum: $21.40

Note: Starting pay for a new hire in a pay range plan will be determined indvidually based on each person's job-related experience and salaries paid to peer employees in the same position with similar experience.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.50 to $21.40 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Nancy Valenzuela , Principal
• Garza Elementary School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]