Paraprofessional/Teacher Assistant - Special Education

Paraprofessional/Teacher Assistant•Special Education Cedars International Academy Cedars International Academy Pre-K3-12th Grade•Austin, Texas This job is also posted in Cedars International Academy, and Texas Charter School Association Job Details

Job ID:

5645535

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Apr 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Jul 31, 2026 Job Description Cedars International Academy Schools A Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) District

Job Title:

Paraprofessional/Teaching Assistant•

Special Education Wage/Hour Status:

Nonexempt Reports to: Principal, SpEd Coordinator, & Teacher(s)

Assigned Working Days:

188 days Dept./

School:

Special Education, Assigned Campus Date Revised:

4/2026

Primary Purpose:

Provide specialized instruction under the direction of Special Education Teachers to Pre-K-12th grade students for all core subjects.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED with Valid Texas Educational Aide (Paraprofessional) Certificate or A College Degree may be substituted for a Texas Educational Aide (Paraprofessional) Certificate Bilingual (Spanish) preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to work well with children and/or teenagers Ability to communicate effectively, be flexible, and punctual, and work within a team Ability to use Computers, Google suite of products, including Google Sheets, Google Drive, Google Docs, Zoom, Copier, & Audio Visual Equipment

Experience:

Some experience working with children and/or teenagers

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support Provide specialized instruction under the direction of Special Education Teachers to assigned students for all core subjects. Assist teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays. Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments. Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment. Under the direction of Special Education Teachers, the Teacher Assistant must keep accurate administrative records, including service times, goal progress, and student attendance. Substitute for the regular teacher on an as-needed basis. Student Management Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the Special Education or General Education teacher; work with individual students or small groups. Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty. Keep the student's General Ed and Special Ed teachers informed of the special needs or problems of individual students. Other Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance. Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Thursday 7:15 am•4:00 pm Friday 7:15 am•12:15 pm 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.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$30,681 to $42,577 Please see our Salary Schedule (Enter website here)