Special Education Teacher Assistant - Resource - School Year 2026-2027; Anticipated

Job Overview

• Job Title: Special Education Teacher Assistant - Resource
• 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 202
• Contract: None
• Date Revised: 11/15/2023

Assist students and teachers in the special education classes.

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

• Ability to work with children using appropriate interpersonal skills.
• Background related to working with children and parents.
• Physical capacity to lift, transfer and assist students with physical disabilities (e.g., ability to lift 50 lbs.).
• Bus driver training as needed, or as required.
• Fluent in English (verbal and written).

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

• Assist in maintaining student records and audit folders.
• Assist in helping students in self‑care activities, such as feeding and toileting needs (REQUIRED).

• Participate in planned in‑service and professional growth activities.
• Perform other related duties as required.

None

Wheelchair, ramp, computer and various office equipment.

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

• Repetitive hand motions.
• Prolonged use of the computer.
• Frequent sitting, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling.
• Moving small stacks of textbooks, boxes, equipment and other campus equipment.
• May require occasional extended hours.

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.