Special Education Instructional Assistant — Classroom Support

Travis Middle School; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Travis Middle School in McAllen, Texas is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Special Education to support classroom teachers in delivering curriculum and activities tailored to the needs of students with disabilities. This role focuses on assisting with instruction, behavior support, and daily supervision in a busy school setting.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with an associate degree or 48 college hours preferred.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: 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
• Basic computer skills performed, preferred
• Background in working with special needs children or adults, 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 comprehension

Clear oral & written communication

Behavior management

Medical needs support

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 48 college hours

Paraprofessional Certification (preferred/required upon employment)

Job description

Travis Middle School in McAllen, Texas is seeking an Instructional Assistant for Special Education to support classroom teachers in delivering curriculum and activities tailored to the needs of students with disabilities. This role focuses on assisting with instruction, behavior support, and daily supervision in a busy school setting.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with an associate degree or 48 college hours preferred.