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

Spring Branch Independent School District

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.

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

• 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.

• 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.

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

• 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.

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

• 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.