Special Education Assistant - Inclusion (Smith)

Mesquite-Isd; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite ISD invites applications for a Special Education Assistant – Inclusion to support the Inclusion Teacher and assist with instructional activities for students with disabilities. You’ll help prepare materials, operate classroom equipment, and assist one-on-one or small groups.

Candidates need a High School Diploma or GED, the ability to follow verbal and written instructions, and strong communication. This is a full-time, non-exempt position starting as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers in preparation of teaching materials and bulletin boards.
• Operate standard office machines and AV equipment.
• Assist with instructional program under supervision of a certified teacher.
• Work with an individual student or small group to reinforce academic, behavioral, or development skills.
• Perform routine clerical tasks and data collection under supervision of a teacher.
• Assist assessment team by administering achievement and development tests.
• Help manage behavior and keep teacher informed of student needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ability to work with children with dis

Follow verbal and written instructions

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

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Openings as of 8/28/2026

Special Education Assistant - Inclusion (Smith) JobID: 4255

Pay Grade: 2
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:

• High School Diploma/GED

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.
• 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.

Postings current as of 8/28/2026 9:50:58 AM CST.

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