Special Education Assistant - Inclusion (AC New)

Mesquite ISD; Balch Springs (TX); On-site; USD 22,386 - 27,014; Full time

Job summary

A school district in Texas is seeking a full-time Special Education Assistant to assist teachers and support students with disabilities. The ideal candidate will hold a High School Diploma and a Texas Educational Aide Certificate, with a preference for prior experience. Responsibilities include preparing materials, working with students, and performing clerical tasks. This position offers a starting wage between $16.25 and $19.61 per hour and requires the ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Texas Educational Aide Certificate is necessary.
• Prior experience working with children with learning disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers in preparation of teaching materials.
• Work with individuals or small groups reinforcing academic skills.
• Perform routine clerical tasks under supervision.

Skills

Ability to work with children with disabilities

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Job description

Special Education Assistant - Inclusion (AC New) JobID: 2166

• Date Posted: 7/15/2025
• Location: A.C. New Middle School
• Position Type: Paraprofessional - Campus/ Special Education Assistant

Instructional Support Compensation Plan

• Salary Range: $16.25 - $19.61 per/Hour
• Shift Type: Full-Time
• Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
• Reports To: Principal
• Employment Begins: As soon as possible

Primary Purpose

• To assist in clerical duties and instructional responsibilities working under the direction of the Inclusion Teacher.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification

• High School Diploma/GED
• Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

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

Experience

• None… prior experience working with children with learning disabilities preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist classroom teachers in preparation of classroom teaching materials and bulletin boards.
• Operate standard office machines.
• Set up and operate audio‑visual equipment and computers.
• Assist with the instructional program under the direct supervision of a certified teacher.
• Work with an individual student and/or a small group of students, reinforcing academic, behavioral, or development skills.
• Perform routine clerical tasks, data collection, and grading under the direction and supervision of a certified teacher.
• Assist assessment team by administering achievement and/or development tests.
• Help manage the behavior of assigned students.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of assigned students.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Other School Health and Related Services (SHARS) duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

• Use common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Writing simple correspondence and effectively presenting information in one‑on‑one and small group situations.
• Dealing with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Standing, walking, talking, and hearing.
• Reaching with hands and arms and frequently repeating the same hand, arm or finger motion.
• Lifting/moving up to 10 pounds such as supplies of copier paper.
• Moderate noise level in the work environment.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.