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Special Education Teacher Assistant – STEPS (Social Thinking, Executive Functioning, Positive Behavior Supports) - School Year 2026-2027 (Anticipated Vacancies)

Anticipated VacanciesPosted 3 weeks ago
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Job Description

Spring Branch Independent School District
Job Description
Special Education Teacher Assistant - STEPS (Social Thinking, Executive Functioning, Positive Behavior Supports)

 


Job Title:Special Education Teacher Assistant - STEPS (Social Thinking, Executive Functioning, Positive Behavior Supports)
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:4/14/2026
Primary Purpose:Assist Teachers, both Sped and Gen Ed, and students who require special education services in the special education and general education settings.
Qualifications/Skills:

Education/Certification:

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

Special Knowledge/Skills:

  • Ability to work with children using appropriate interpersonal skills.
  • Background related to working with children and parents.
  • Physical capacity to lift, transfer and otherwise assist students with physical disabilities (e.g. ability to lift 50 lbs.).
  • Fluent in English (speaking and writing).
  • Knowledge regarding Autism and/or behavior preferred.
  • Bus driver training as needed, or as required.
Major Duties and
Responsibilities:

Instructional Support:

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

Student Management:

  • Assist in maintaining student records.

Other:

  • Participate in planned in-service and professional growth activities related to Special Education and other topics.
  • Perform other duties as required.
Supervisory
Responsibilities:
None
Equipment Used:Wheelchair, ramp, personal computer and various office equipment.
Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

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

Physical Demands:

  • 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.
Application Procedure:Click Apply then Login. To complete your application, please visit our website at https://www.springbranchisd.com/join-our-team/applicants.
 
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.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. By applying for this position, I acknowledge that I have read and understand the job description listed above.

 

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Special Education Teacher Assistant – STEPS (Social Thinking, Executive Functioning, Positive Behavior Supports) - School Year 2026-2027 (Anticipated Vacancies) at Spring Branch Independent School District | Renata