Special Education Support Specialist - School Year 2026-2027 (Anticipated Vacancies)

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Spring Branch Independent School District invites applications for a Special Education Support Specialist. The role supports campus special education staff with routine clerical and office duties, reporting to the Building Principal and Campus IEP Specialist/Campus Diagnostician.

Work non-exempt, 195 days, compensation per paraprofessional plan. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and basic knowledge of MS Word and Excel.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic knowledge of MS Word and Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with people effectively and manage time.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling appointments with parents and staff.
• Handle routine office duties (type, file, copy materials, answer calls).
• Perform computer skills for Campus IEP Specialist (word processing, database, SPED software).
• Prepare and maintain confidential records.
• Interact with teachers, students, parents and district personnel.
• Have reliable transportation between campuses during the day.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Time management

People skills

Basic computer skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Office equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Office software

Job description

Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Title: Special Education Support Specialist

Reports To: Building Principal and Campus IEP Specialist/Campus Diagnostician

Classification: Paraprofessional (Clerical/Teacher Assistant)

Wage/Hour Status: Non-exempt

Days: 195

Salary: See Compensation Plan for Paraprofessional/Administrative Support Staff, Pay Grade 202

Contract: None

Date Revised: 11/15/2023

Primary Purpose

Assist campus special education staff with routine clerical and office duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills

Education/Certification: High school diploma or equivalent.

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Basic knowledge of MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to use personal computer and software.
• Ability to operate various office equipment (copier/fax machine).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with people effectively.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to lift and transport records/materials to designated areas.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling appointments, meetings and conferences with parents and school personnel.
• Assist with various office duties (i.e. type, file, copy materials, answer telephone).
• Perform necessary computer skills as requested by Campus IEP Specialist/Campus Diagnostician (i.e. word processing, database, and Special Education Management software).
• Prepare and maintain confidential records.
• Interact with and provide assistance to teachers, students, principals, district personnel, parents, and community volunteers.
• Have required reliable transportation between campuses during the day.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment Used

Computer and various office equipment.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• This position requires regular in-person interaction with the public.

Physical Demands

• Repetitive hand motions.
• Prolonged use of the computer.
• Frequent sitting, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling.
• Moving small stacks of student files, boxes, equipment and other campus equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Spring Branch Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status or disability.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. By applying for this position, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the job description listed above.