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Special Education Assistant

Pflugerville, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $20/hr

Special Education Assistants help maintain communication with the ESS Coordinator and/or SPED ... such as autism, developmental delay, intellectual disability, specific learning disability ...

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Special Education Assistant

Pflugerville, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $20/hr

Special Education Assistants help maintain communication with the ESS Coordinator and/or SPED ... such as autism, developmental delay, intellectual disability, specific learning disability ...

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Special Education Assistant

Pflugerville, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $20/hr

Special Education Assistants help maintain communication with the ESS Coordinator and/or SPED ... such as autism, developmental delay, intellectual disability, specific learning disability ...

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Special Education Assistant

Leander, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $20.25/hr

Special Education Assistants help maintain communication with the ESS Coordinator and/or SPED ... such as autism, developmental delay, intellectual disability, specific learning disability ...

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Special Education Assistant

Leander, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $20.25/hr

Special Education Assistants help maintain communication with the ESS Coordinator and/or SPED ... such as autism, developmental delay, intellectual disability, specific learning disability ...

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Special Education Assistant

Leander, TX · On-site

$14.75 - $20.25/hr

Special Education Assistants help maintain communication with the ESS Coordinator and/or SPED ... such as autism, developmental delay, intellectual disability, specific learning disability ...

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How much do autism education assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for autism education assistant in the United States is $17.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.90 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Autism Education Assistant vs Special Education Paraprofessional?

AspectAutism Education AssistantSpecial Education Paraprofessional
CredentialsHigh school diploma; often additional autism-specific trainingHigh school diploma; general paraprofessional certification
Work EnvironmentSpecialized classrooms for autism spectrum disordersVarious special education settings, including general and specialized classrooms
Employer & IndustrySchools, autism centers, therapy programsPublic and private schools, special education programs
Job FocusSupporting students with autism through behavioral and educational strategiesAssisting students with diverse disabilities, including autism

While both roles support students with disabilities, an Autism Education Assistant specializes in working with students on the autism spectrum, often requiring autism-specific training. A Special Education Paraprofessional provides broader support across various disabilities, working in diverse educational settings. The Autism Education Assistant role is more focused on autism-related strategies and interventions.

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SUPPORT STAFF

Saint Peters, MO • On-site

CENTER FOR AUTISM EDUCATION
Education Programs Administration • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about CENTER FOR AUTISM EDUCATIONexternal

$21 - $22.20/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

  • prepares the room/program at the beginning of the day, including picture schedules, data sheets, and other visual supports as needed. 
  • utilizes basic behavior principles including visual supports, behavior maps, visual schedules, social stories, and augmentative communication. 
  • provides assistants with toileting and personal hygiene with all consumers.
  •  implements 1:1, to 1:4 instruction of curriculum/activities given by the QDDP as well as executes behavior plans as directed by Director of Day Services, Case Manager, or Behavior Specialist. 
  • interacts with consumer appropriately and initiates leisure activities throughout the day. 
  •  implements community-based outings as planned throughout each day. 
  • supervises and maintains the safety of all consumers at all times including continuous supervision of assigned consumers. 
  • records and dates (day/month/year) all data including behavior data and data for activities as directed by the QDDP. 
  • performs tasks as directed by the QDDP and the Director of Day Service as necessary. 
  • completes training as outlined in The Center for Autism Education policy book. 
  •  effectively completes SCM training and uses techniques taught to intervene with a student experiencing crisis. 
  • effectively able to stoop, bend, lift up to 20 pounds, kneel, sit on the floor, walk a distance of up to one mile at a time, and run at a brisk pace in order to support a consumer who elopes.

The employee should demonstrate the philosophy and values of The Center for Autism Education, adhering strictly to the principles of Applied Behavior analysis and Code of Ethics, while giving leadership and innovation in the field.  Direct Support Staff should be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma, and experience with IDD population is preferred

Adults, parents, and families of The Center of Autism Education will be the population served by this position.  Interpersonal Skills will require oral and written communication skills to communicate with staff and families.

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