Reports to: Campus Principal Pay Grade: N03

Terms of
Employment:

• 183 days per year.

• At-Will employment agreement.

• Salary is in the pay grade N03 on the Non-

exempt SAISD Compensation Plan.

• Entry hourly rate is at $17.50 with consideration

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt

Funding
Source:

This position is locally funded.

NOTE: Individuals recommended for hire in an Instructional Assistant position or any other position requiring
State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) certification will be required to submit appropriate
application/s and fees as determined by SBEC to obtain certification.

Only those persons who meet the minimum qualifications as posted should apply for this position and will
be considered. The online application must be fully completed for consideration, Supervisor reference/s are
required.

Position Summary

Assist the teacher with the delivery of instructional and special education services to special needs
students and provide additional student support as needed under the direction of the Certified Teacher.

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities

1. Assist with individual or small group instructional activities outlined by the teacher or teaching team
and work with students to develop academic skills.

2. Assist with supervision and monitoring of students, instruction, or activities inside the
classroom environment, including support with physical needs and personal care.

3. Assist with the preparation of instructional materials, paperwork and record keeping.
4. Assist teachers in implementing program objectives that support developmental, behavioral, and

academic student performance.
5. Serve as a positive role model for children and support the mission of SAISD.
6. Assist in managing student behavior, including crisis intervention, physical management of

disruptive students and inappropriate behaviors, as needed.
7. Assist with maintaining a safe, neat, and orderly classroom.

8. Assist with the supervision and monitoring of students throughout the school day outside of the
classroom, including the cafeteria, playground, physical education classes, boarding and exiting the
bus, on community-based activities and other assigned activities.

9. Assist in maintaining student records and provide feedback as requested by teacher.
10. Follow an established work schedule that includes instructional assignments and student support services.
11. Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected

for this position.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have one of the following educational requirements:

o A minimum of forty-eight (48) semester college hours from an accredited college or university.
o High school diploma or GED equivalent recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional

accrediting agency and completion of the paraeducator training course provided by Stedi.org with a
passing score of 70% or higher or Treasuring Our Paraprofessionals certificate through Region XX (course
fees are the responsibility of the applicant)

• Eligible to obtain a paraprofessional certificate issued by the State Board of Educator Certification.

• Experience working with students (church-related schools, private schools, day camps, youth groups, licensed

• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, with diverse groups of individuals utilizing tact and

• Demonstrated ability to work with students with mild to moderate learning and physical disabilities

• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team to provide assistance to students according to ARD/IEPs.

• Knowledge of the types of special education disability areas and the specific needs associated with these

• Demonstrated ability to restrain and physically support and/or assist team members with the physical

• Excellent ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with students, families, district

• Demonstrated ability to keep informed of and comply with state, district, and school regulations, including

Working Conditions

Work Environment:

• Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and

• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional

Physical Demands/Requirements:

• Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines; frequent sitting,

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

• None
  

San Antonio ISD is committed to non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, culture, religion,
national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, appearance,
immigration/citizenship status, home language, socioeconomic status, or disability in its educational programs,
services, and District business functions.