Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional- Federal Funded @ Alief Learning Center

Alief Independent School District; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Alief Independent School District is seeking a Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional at Alief Learning Center to assist teachers with implementing IEPs for students with disabilities and prepare needed instructional materials.

Responsibilities include engaging students in activities, reinforcing learning, recording progress, and supporting classroom management within the school day. Emphasis on confidentiality, organization, and collaborative teamwork with staff and families.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification as listed: High School diploma or GED and eligible for paraprofessional certification.
• Demonstrates interest and aptitude for the work, strong organization and communication.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and support classroom instruction.
• Experience not required.

Responsibilities

• Engage students in instructional activities under teacher guidance.
• Assist in using instructional materials and IEP-related accommodations.
• Record data related to IEP objectives and student progress.
• Support supervision during lunch and transitions.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task

Aptitude for special education work

Confidentiality

Education

High School diploma or GED

Eligible for paraprofessional certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Special Education Instructional Paraprofessional- Federal Funded @ Alief Learning Center

Primary Purpose:

• To assist teachers in the implementation of individualized education plans for students with disabilities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High School graduate or equivalent (GED)
• Eligible for appropriate paraprofessional certification

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Demonstrate interest in and aptitude for work to be performed
• Computer skills helpful
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Able to maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders
• Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task activities

Experience:

• None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Management

• Engage students in instructional activities under the direction of the teacher.
• Help students master instructional materials assigned by teachers.
• Assist in the preparation of IEP required materials that are designated as needed in the lesson plan designed by the general or special education teacher (i.e. prepare accommodated or modified materials as designed.
• Work with individual students or small groups to provide explicit instruction using a lesson plan designed by the teacher or reinforce learning of material or skills initially taught by the teacher.
• Collect and record data related to students’ IEP objectives and educational plans.
• Catalogue and file instructional materials; maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment and prepare orders/requisitions for needed materials.
• Facilitate behavioral and academic accommodations as determined in IEPs to maximize students’ successful access to the general education curriculum.
• Assist students with utilizing instructional technology as required by the student’s IEP or the lesson plan designed by the general or special education teacher.
• Assist with the supervision of students during lunch periods, assemblies, play periods, and movement of group to special classes.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality concerning student information and data.
• Participate in professional learning as assigned.
• Support classroom teachers in maintaining a positive learning environment and student behavior.
• Perform the following personal hygiene functions when assigned per students’ needs: bathing/cleaning; clothes changing; diapering; feeding; maintaining facial hair; maintaining menstrual hygiene; maintaining nasal hygiene; and toileting and/or toilet training.
• Perform the following medically related services when assigned per students’ needs, following training by a nurse: cleaning catheter; tube-feeding; suctioning; lifting/transferring (minimum of 50 ); monitoring seizure activity; and performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• Perform the following physical/behavioral management procedures when assigned per students’ needs: administering therapeutic holds; administering physical restraints; monitoring scheduled reinforcement; monitoring students who are in isolation; escorting students with visual impairments (Orientation & Mobility); and transferring students in wheelchairs and/or other mobility devices.
• Perform the following specialized services when assigned per students’ needs: transcribing Braille; monitoring augmentative communication devices; utilizing facilitated communication; and supervising students during community-based instruction.
• Demonstrate and maintain competence in delivering PCS in accordance with IEP requirements.
• Perform PCS tasks as specified in each student’s IEP.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation of all SHARS billable PCS activities.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Instructional Paraprofessional Personnel.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Standing, prolonged sitting, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting. May be required to use therapeutic holds in the case of an emergency (only after appropriate training.)

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; may also require climbing stairs and reaching over head

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds); May require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (15-50 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district wide travel; all campuses are temperature controlled with hard surface floors

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.

The full job description for this position is included within this job posting. By applying for this position, you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the job description.

Hiring administrators review applications, interview, and recommend for hire.

Calendar Days: 187

Pay Grade: ISP2

2025-2026 Salary Range Min. $23,932 Mid. $27,988 Max. $32,045 (Based on previous experience)

Salaries are determined by the number of completed and eligible years of service at an accredited school.

Salary is based on 187 days. If working less than 187 days, the salary will be less.