Special Education Assistant Jobs in Frisco, TX

A Special Education Assistant plays a crucial role in elementary education by supporting students with special needs under the direction of a Special Education Teacher. They help to handle the everyday needs of these students such as helping them with their schoolwork, personal hygiene, mobility, feeding, and behavioral issues. They also monitor student progress and assist the teacher in devising and implementing personalized educational plans. Special Education Assistants also contribute to maintaining a safe and comfortable classroom environment that promotes learning.

This role demands certain certifications and skills. At a minimum, they must possess a high school diploma but a degree or certification in special education or a related field is preferred. CPR and First Aid certifications are a plus. They should have excellent communication skills to effectively interact with students, teachers, and parents. Patience and empathy are essential as they will be tasked with managing children with varying abilities and behavioral issues. Prior experiences as a Teacher's Assistant, Childcare Worker, or Behavior Therapist can provide valuable experience before becoming a Special Education Assistant.

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Special Education Aide-Active Learning-Assigned Middle School (2025-2026)

  • Prosper, TX (6 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 3 days ago
  • Prosper, TX (6 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 3 days ago

Minimum Salary: $28,499/Days: 187 Primary Purpose: Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Assist in implementation of classroom...

32609 Special Education Assistant (Bus Monitor)

  • Garland, TX (21 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Garland, TX (21 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Position Type: Transportation/2025 - 2026 Date Posted: 2/21/2025 Location: Transportation   Additional Information: Show/Hide Days: 185 Pay Grade: MT01 Please check the Salary Schedule for...

Special Education Instructional Aide- Premier High School of Corpus Christi

  • Lewisville, TX (19 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lewisville, TX (19 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 7 days ago

Role Mission: ResponsiveEd's Special Education paraprofessional position is ideal for a candidate looking to gain valuable experience in Special Education teaching....

Middle School Lunch/Recess Paraprofessional

  • Southlake, TX (23 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Southlake, TX (23 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 10 days ago

Openings as of 3/2/2025 Middle School Lunch/Recess Paraprofessional JobID: 5231 Position Type: Support Staff Date Posted: 2/25/2025 Location: Dundee Middle School District: Dundee Community...

Special Education Aide-Life Skills - Prosper HS (2024-2025)

  • Prosper, TX (6 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Prosper, TX (6 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 15 days ago

Salary: $28,499/Days: 187 Primary Purpose: Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Assist in implementation of classroom programs,...

Special Education Aide-Communications - Assigned Elementary School (2025-2026)

  • Prosper, TX (6 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 16 days ago
  • Prosper, TX (6 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 16 days ago

Salary: $28,499/Days: 187 Primary Purpose: Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Assist in implementation of classroom programs,...

Special Education Aide-Functional Academics - Walnut Grove HS (2024-2025)

  • Prosper, TX (6 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 17 days ago
  • Prosper, TX (6 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 17 days ago

Minimum Salary: $28,499/Days: 187 Primary Purpose: Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Assist in implementation of classroom...

Early Childhood Special Education Aide

  • Lewisville, TX (19 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 19 days ago
  • Lewisville, TX (19 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 19 days ago

Position Type: Support Staff - Instructional/ECSE/PPCD Aide Date Posted: 2/6/2025 Location: LIBERTY ES - 135 Description: Minimum starting salary rate: $15.53 per hour

Special Education Aide-Communications - Boyer ES (2024-2025)

  • Prosper, TX (6 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Prosper, TX (6 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Salary: $28,499/Days: 187 Primary Purpose: Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Assist in implementation of classroom programs,...

Secondary Special Education Aide - Resource (24-25)

  • Roanoke, TX (24 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Roanoke, TX (24 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

, and behavioral needs of students with disabilities in special education and general education settings....

Special Education Instructional Aide- Premier High School of Lubbock

  • Lewisville, TX (19 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lewisville, TX (19 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Implement ResponsiveEd's Special Education school board policies, procedures, and operational guidelines....

Special Education Aide-Behavior Transition - Prosper HS (2024-2025)

  • Prosper, TX (6 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Prosper, TX (6 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Minimum Salary: $28,499/Days: 187 Primary Purpose: Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Assist in implementation of classroom...

Special Education Aide-Inclusion - Richland HS (2025-2026)

  • Prosper, TX (6 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Prosper, TX (6 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Minimum Salary: $27,003/Days: 187 Primary Purpose: Help meet physical and instructional needs of individual students with disabilities inside and outside classroom. Assist with the implementation...

Special Education Aide

  • Melissa, TX (18 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Melissa, TX (18 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Special Education Aide JobID: 456 Position Type: Student Support Services/Aide Special Education Date Posted: 1/28/2025 Location: Melissa High School Additional Information: Show/Hide Special Education...

Special Education Aide-Communications - Hughes ES (2024-2025)

  • McKinney, TX (14 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 45+ days ago
  • McKinney, TX (14 miles from Frisco, TX)
  • 45+ days ago

Salary: $28,499/Days: 187 Primary Purpose: Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in a self-contained classroom. Assist in implementation of classroom programs,...

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Salary for Special Education Assistant Jobs in Frisco, TX

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Highest Education Level

Special Education Assistants in Frisco, TX offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.1%
Master's Degree
33.0%
Associate's Degree
8.7%
High School or GED
5.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.1%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%


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