Special Education Paraprofessional — Support & Growth

RYSS Texas Public Schools; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,424 - 26,821; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a full-time Teacher Assistant for Special Education in Houston, Texas. The successful candidate will assist teachers in achieving academic goals for students and managing classroom behavior.

Applicants must possess an Educational Aide certificate and have completed at least two years of higher education. The role requires providing support during interactions with students and involvement in special education processes.

The salary ranges from $14.10 to $19.47 per hour, based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Educational Aide certificate as established by the State Board for Educator Certification.
• At least two years of study in higher education.
• Rigorous standard of quality through a local academic assessment.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers with academic goals for students.
• Enforce classroom management and behavioral plans.
• Supervise students during activities and events.
• Prepare paperwork for the ARD/IEP process.
• Plan and implement differentiated instruction.

Skills

Assisting with student academic goals

Classroom management and behavioral plans

Data collection for special education

Education

Educational Aide certificate

Two years of college course work (48 semester hours)

Associate's degree or higher

Job description

RYSS Texas Public Schools RYSS Middle School at East Aldine - Houston, Texas Open in Google Maps

Teacher Assistant - Special Education

RYSS Texas Public Schools RYSS Middle School at East Aldine - Houston, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5667239
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Apr 24, 2026 2:01 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Job Title: Teacher Assistant Special Education

Reports To: Principal
Organization: Tejano Center
Division: RYSS Texas Public Schools
Location: 10918 1/2 Bentley RYSS Middle School at East Aldine

POSITION SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, performs duties that are instructional in nature or may deliver direct services to students or parents. Serves in a position for which a teacher or another professional has ultimate responsibility for the design and implementation of educational programs and services. Assists with test administration. May provide specialized assistance for students with special needs.

Education & Experience

Educational Aide certificate as established by the State Board for Educator Certification.

1. Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (defined as completion of 48 semester hours) of college course work.

2. Possess an associate's (or higher) degree; or

3. Meet a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a local academic assessmentTexas Higher Education Assessment (THEA) [formerly the TASP test], verifying knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists teacher(s) with student academic goals, by working with small groups of children or an individual child
• Assists teacher(s) in the enforcement of classroom management and behavioral plans, creating an environment that is appropriate for learning.
• Assists with supervising students during breakfast, recess, lunch, dismissal, special events, and programs.
• Assists teacher(s) in the preparation of paperwork for the ARD/IEP process. Collects and enters data for completion of special education reports and documents.
• Assists teacher(s) with the planning, preparation and implementation of differentiated instruction for individual students and groups.
• Performs other campus duties as assigned.
  
  

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Work Calendar Status:10 Months (195 Days)
Salary: MIN: $14.10/hrly MID: $16.68/hrly. MAX: $19.47/hrly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Emp Employment Status: Full-Time

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Special Education > General Special Education

Special Education > Special Education Assistant

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Juan J Santos , Executive Director of Human Talent
• 2950 Broadway St.
• Houston, Texas 77017
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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