Special Ed Instructional Assistant - Impactful Support

Milam Elementary School; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Milam Elementary School in McAllen, TX is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Special Education SES to support teachers and students in a dynamic classroom environment. The position requires assisting with instructional activities, supervising students, and addressing medical and behavioral needs throughout the day.

The role emphasizes collaboration with special education staff, maintaining a calm, supportive approach, and delivering essential educational support to learners with diverse

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Feed or help students feed themselves.
• Assist with special toileting needs.
• Monitor students to and from buses, in cafeteria, in inclusion classrooms and in hallways to and from activities.
• Sanitize room and equipment.
• Assist teachers in planning and preparation of instructional materials.
• Under supervision of the special education teacher, work with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
• Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

Skills

Reading & writing

Clear communication

Work with special needs students

Calm under stress

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 48 college hours

Paraprofessional Certification

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Milam Elementary School in McAllen, TX is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Special Education SES to support teachers and students in a dynamic classroom environment. The position requires assisting with instructional activities, supervising students, and addressing medical and behavioral needs throughout the day.

The role emphasizes collaboration with special education staff, maintaining a calm, supportive approach, and delivering essential educational support to learners with diverse