Special Ed Paraprofessional (26-27 School Year)-Candidate Pool

Majestic Gardens Elementary; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Majestic Gardens Elementary in Frisco, Texas is seeking a Special Ed Paraprofessional for the 26-27 school year Candidate Pool. This full-time role supports students with disabilities inside and outside the classroom, assists with IEP implementation, behavior management, and instructional programs under the supervision of a certified teacher and principal.

The successful candidate will work closely with students, communicate effectively with staff, maintain confidentiality, and participate in

Qualifications

• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively

Responsibilities

• Help meet the individual needs of student(s) including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting and positioning; interpreting instructions; and assisting with physical needs and personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Help manage the behavior of assigned student(s). This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student as needed.
• Recognize differences in student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction according.
• Work with assigned student(s) or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.
• Assist assigned students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned student(s).
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in professional development programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Special Ed Paraprofessional (26-27 School Year)-Candidate Pool

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Job Details

Job ID: 4963069

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Paraprofessional

Reports to: Principal

Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Primary Purpose:

Help meet physical and instructional needs of individual students, including students with disabilities, inside and outside classroom. Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP), including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: High School Diploma

• Ability to work with children with disabilities
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively

Experience: Two years experience working with children preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Student Management

1. Help meet the individual needs of student(s) including transferring to and from wheelchairs; lifting and positioning; interpreting instructions; and assisting with physical needs and personal care such as feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.

2. Help manage the behavior of assigned student(s). This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous student as needed.

3. Recognize differences in student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs and adapt methods and interaction according.

4. Work with assigned student(s) or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher.

5. Assist assigned students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

6. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned student(s).

Other

7. Maintain confidentiality.

8. Participate in professional development programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.

9. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students

Posture: Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking and reaching

Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds or over) and positioning or students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting non-ambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroom equipment

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases)

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Ashley Williams , Principal
• Majestic Gardens Elementary
• Email: [e-mail]