Special Education Teaching Assistant - Empower Students

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dallas Independent School District is seeking a Teacher Assistant for Special Education (185 Days) to support classroom instruction and student needs.

You will help prepare instructional materials, assist students with disabilities, supervise during the day, and maintain records under the teacher's guidance. The role requires a paraprofessional certificate and a high school diploma, with ongoing staff development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Accredited Senior High School Diploma or equivalent, plus one of the following: Associate degree, 48 college credit hours, pass an academic assessment.
• Paraprofessional certificate from State Board of Certification is required.
• Completion of a specific training program for teacher assistants or six months of related work experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of child growth, development and behavior.
• Ability to work with people from diverse ethnic groups.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills to meet job goals.
• Initiative and willingness to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with children with disabilities.
• Flexibility to adapt to a rapidly changing environment and stay current with the profession.

Responsibilities

• Help the teacher prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom and adapt it to student needs.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist students with physical disabilities, including transfers and positioning.
• Assist with personal care and health-related needs of students as required.
• Assist with classroom curriculum and instructional activities.
• Help manage student behavior, including crisis intervention as needed.
• Adapt to each student’s medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Work with individuals or small groups to develop motor skills and exercises.
• Supervise students during the school day (lunchroom, bus, playground).
• Keep the teacher informed of special needs or problems.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Participate in staff development, faculty meetings and events as assigned.
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.
• Attend work regularly and punctually.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Diversity & inclusion

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Disability support experience

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Paraprofessional certificate

Associate degree / 48 college credits / academic assessment

Job description

The Dallas Independent School District is seeking a Teacher Assistant for Special Education (185 Days) to support classroom instruction and student needs.

You will help prepare instructional materials, assist students with disabilities, supervise during the day, and maintain records under the teacher's guidance. The role requires a paraprofessional certificate and a high school diploma, with ongoing staff development opportunities.