Special Education Assistant: Student Support & Care

Mesquite ISD; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite ISD is seeking a Special Education Assistant - TLC (Horn) to support the classroom by assisting the special education teacher with instructional and personal care needs for students with disabilities.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, strong collaboration, and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions. This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Principal, with duties ranging from materials prep to student supervision and record keeping.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Some experience working with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the teacher to prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with the instructional program under the supervision of a certified teacher, adapting to each student’s needs.
• Assist the teacher in maintaining administrative records and required reports.
• Assist students with physical disabilities, including transfers to/from wheelchairs and positioning.
• Attend to students’ personal care needs, including feeding, bathroom needs, and hygiene.
• Supervise students during the day, in and out of the classroom, and support substitute teachers.

Skills

Collaborate with others

Work with children with disabilities

Follow verbal and written instructions

Communicate effectively

General office equipment knowledge

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Mesquite ISD is seeking a Special Education Assistant - TLC (Horn) to support the classroom by assisting the special education teacher with instructional and personal care needs for students with disabilities.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, strong collaboration, and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions. This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting to the Principal, with duties ranging from materials prep to student supervision and record keeping.