Instructional Assistant,Special Education SES Job McAllen area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

Position: 2026-27 Instructional Assistant, Special Education SES

2026-27 Instructional Assistant, Special Education SES

Job : 5688569
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: May 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Location Number of Vacancies
Garza ES 2

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

To assist the classroom teacher in providing curriculum activities and experiences designed to their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical and social growth of all special education students.

Qualifications

Education / Certification:

High School Diploma or equivalent, required
Associate degree or a minimum of 48 college hours, required
Paraprofessional Certification, preferred (required upon employment)

Special Knowledge /

Skills:

Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions;
Ability to work with emotionally, physically and/or mentally impaired students;
Ability to maintain composure under stressful conditions;
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
Basic computer skills performed, preferred

Experience:

Background in working with special needs children or adults, preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties / Essential Functions

Assist teacher in daily classroom operations and help provide a supportive learning environment.

Assist with behavior management and medical needs of students.

Assist in supervising students throughout the workday.

Feed or help students feed themselves.

Assist with special toileting needs.

Monitor students to and from buses, in cafeteria, in inclusion classrooms and in hallways to and from activities.

Sanitize room and equipment.

Assist teachers in planning and preparation of instructional materials.

Under supervision of the special education teacher, work with small groups of students to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.

Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.

Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment Used

Computer, copiers, multimedia equipment, and other office or classroom machines

Working Conditions

Mental Demands:

Ability to make rational decisions under stressful circumstances;
Deal with special needs children in a caring, supportive, but non‑emotional manner

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:

Ability to lift or move at least 40 pounds and push over 100 pounds;
Must be able to work in a noisy environment;
Ability to provide for sanitation needs and student hygiene;
Assist in restraining students in crisis situations.

Days

187

Hourly Pay Range

Minimum: $15.30
Maximum: $21.34

Note: Starting pay for a new hire in a pay range plan will be determined individually based on each person's job‑related experience and salaries paid to peer employees in the same position with similar experience.

Position Type

Full‑Time

Salary

$15.30 to $21.34 Per Hour

Job Categories

Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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