Special Education Assistant - TLC (Henrie)

Mesquite ISD

Position Type:
Paraprofessional - Campus/Special Education Assistant

Date Posted:
3/12/2026

Location:
Henrie Elementary School

Instructional Support Compensation Plan
Salary Range: Mesquite ISD - Compensation Plans
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Principal

EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To assist the special education teacher in providing for the physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a special education setting. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:

High School Diploma/GED
Texas Educational Aide Certificate

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Work collaboratively with others
Work well with children with disabilities
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Knowledge of general office equipment

EXPERIENCE:

None
Some experience working with children preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Collaborate with the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays
Assist with the instructional program under the direct supervision of a certified teacher by adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs
Assist the teacher in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports
Assist students with physical disabilities according to their individualized needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning
Attend to students with physical needs and personal care including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene
Help manage the behavior of students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher
Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher
Report to the teacher any special needs or problems of individual student
Assist assessment team by administering achievement and/or development tests
Help supervise students throughout the day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
Maintain confidentiality
Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as needed
Supervise students when teacher is temporarily absent
Perform other duties as assigned
Other School Health and Related Services (SHARS) duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:

Reading, writing, and effective verbal communication
Maintaining emotional control under stress
Exhibiting flexibility in completing job demands

Physical demands/environmental factors:

Standing; stooping; bending; kneeling; pushing and pulling frequently
Lifting paper, books, equipment, and students
Transferring and positioning students to and from wheelchairs
Biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases
Experiencing moderate noise level in the work environment

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

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