Special Education Teacher Assistant - Positive Approach to Student Success (PASS) - School Year[...]

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Spring Branch Independent School District in Houston is seeking a Special Education Teacher Assistant – Positive Approach to Student Success (PASS) to support students and teachers in general and special education classrooms.

The assistant will help implement instructional activities, manage student behavior with interventions, and assist with materials and equipment under the supervision of licensed staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 48 college hours or a high-school diploma/equivalent plus a pass in a District Assessment.
• Educational Aide Certification.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Texas Education Agency and district policies and procedures.
• Assist in carrying out the instructional program under the supervision of teaching personnel.
• Assist in preparation, use, and maintenance of instructional materials and equipment.
• Assist with teacher-planned activities, exercises, and drills.

Skills

Fluent in English

Interpersonal skills

Computer proficiency

Education

48 college hours / high school diploma

Educational Aide Certification

Tools

None

Job description

Spring Branch Independent School District

Special Education Teacher Assistant – Positive Approach to Student Success (PASS)

Job Title: Special Education Teacher Assistant – Positive Approach to Student Success (PASS)

Reports To: Building Principal

Classification: Paraprofessional (Clerical/Teacher Assistant)

Wage/Hour Status: Non‑exempt

Days: 188

Salary: See Compensation Plan for Paraprofessional/Administrative Support Staff, Pay Grade 203

Contract: None

Date Revised: 11/15/2023

Primary Purpose: Assist students and teachers in general and special education classrooms, with a focus on students who require behavioral interventions.

Qualifications / Skills

• Minimum of 48 college hours or a high‑school diploma/equivalent plus a pass in a District Assessment.
• Educational Aide Certification.

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Ability to work with children and adults using appropriate interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to collaborate with campus staff to support students with behavioral challenges.
• Completion of MANDT training.
• Fluent in English (speaking and writing).
• Computer proficiency.

Main Responsibilities

Instructional Support

• Adhere to Texas Education Agency and district policies and procedures.
• Assist in carrying out the instructional program under the supervision of teaching personnel.
• Assist in preparation, use, and maintenance of instructional materials and equipment.
• Assist with teacher‑planned activities, exercises, and drills.

Student Management

• Maintain student data in a computer‑generated system (training provided).
• Assist students using behavior intervention strategies.
• Support students in the general education classroom.

Other

• Participate in specific program training and professional growth activities.
• Follow teacher instruction and guidance.
• Perform other duties as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Equipment Used: Computer and other technology used in classrooms.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• Regular in‑person interaction with the public.

Physical Demands

• Frequent walking in campus hallways.
• May require occasional extended hours.
• Physical capacity to lift, transfer, and otherwise assist students with physical disabilities (e.g., lift 50 lbs.).

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.