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Magnolia ISD

Aide - SPED ECSE

Magnolia, TX

$12.25 - $15.75/hr

Special Education ECSE (PPCD) Para Wage/Hour Status: Non Exempt Reports to: Principal and teacher(s) Pay Grade: Clerical 4 Dept./School: SPED Primary Purpose: The job of Special Education PPCD ...

Pearland ISD

Aide PPCD, #3735

Pearland, TX · On-site

$16.05 - $19.34/hr

Primary Purpose : Assist the special education teacher in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements to provide for the physical and instructional needs of ...

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How much do ppcd teacher jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for ppcd teacher in the United States is $46,590.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,500.00 and $57,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a PPCD teacher?

PPCD teachers are educators who work in Preschool Programs for Children with Disabilities (PPCD). They specialize in providing instruction and support to young children, typically ages 3-5, who have disabilities and require special education services. PPCD teachers develop individualized education plans (IEPs), use specialized teaching strategies, and collaborate with families and other professionals to help each child reach their developmental milestones. Their goal is to prepare children for success in school and daily life by addressing their unique learning and developmental needs.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a PPCD teacher?

To thrive as a PPCD (Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities) Teacher, you need expertise in early childhood education, special education strategies, and typically a bachelor's degree with special education certification. Familiarity with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), progress monitoring tools, and adaptive learning technologies is essential. Patience, strong communication, and collaboration skills help build trust with students, families, and multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure effective individualized instruction, student engagement, and positive developmental outcomes for young children with disabilities.

How does a PPCD teacher collaborate with other professionals to support student development?

As a PPCD (Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities) Teacher, you will regularly collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and special education staff. This teamwork ensures that each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals are consistently addressed across all settings. Regular meetings, co-planning sessions, and coordinated progress monitoring are common, allowing teachers to integrate therapeutic strategies into daily classroom routines and provide holistic support to students. Building strong communication channels with other professionals is key to fostering a supportive learning environment and maximizing student success.

What is the difference between Ppcd Teacher vs Special Education Teacher?

AspectPpcd TeacherSpecial Education Teacher
CredentialsState certification, often in early childhood or special educationState certification, often in special education or general education with special education endorsement
Work EnvironmentPreschools, early intervention programs, inclusive classrooms for young children with disabilitiesElementary, middle, or high schools, inclusive or specialized classrooms for students with disabilities
Employer & IndustryPublic schools, early childhood programs, special education servicesPublic and private schools, special education agencies

Both Ppcd Teachers and Special Education Teachers work with students with disabilities, but Ppcd Teachers focus on early childhood and preschool settings, while Special Education Teachers serve a broader age range in various school levels. The credentials and work environments overlap, but their specific roles and student populations differ.

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Infographic showing various Ppcd Teacher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,590 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

2026-27 Special Education ECSE Teacher

Arlington, VA • On-site

Arlington Independent School District
Education Programs Administration • 5 - 10K employees
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$57K - $75K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Teacher/Professional - Special Education - Special Education PPCD Teacher
Grades PK
Job Number 0000763852
Start Date
Open Date 02/01/2026
Closing Date 05/30/2027
ROLE AND PURPOSE:
  • Work collaboratively with general education teachers to provide students with disabilities appropriate learning strategies, assistive technology, activities and experiences to ensure access to grade level instruction and intervention to foster the educational, social, emotional, and functional success of students with disabilities receiving specialized services such as: Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE), pre-vocational/vocational adjustment, 18+, deaf education, and vision.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
  • Bachelor's degree in a directly related field
  • Valid Texas teacher certificate with required Special Education endorsement or required training for subject and level assigned

Experience:
  • One year of student teaching or approved internship
  • Training in behavior modification, preferred

Special Knowledge or skills:
  • Ability to work with children with more severe physical, mental, and emotional disabilities
  • Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior using positive behavioral and intervention supports/strategies, and classroom management
  • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to effectively integrate assistive technology into the curriculum
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
  • Ability to be patient, flexible, and versatile
  • Ability to design and implement structured environments and activities
  • Ability to analyze behavioral functions and teach replacement behaviors
  • Ability to design and implement communication and work systems

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
INSTRUCTIONAL MANAGEMENT
  • Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of district's curriculum and show written evidence of preparation as required.
  • Implement an instructional or skill development program for assigned students and show written evidence of preparation as required.
  • Work collaboratively with administrators, team leaders, and general education teachers to deliver IEP services and supports in the least restrictive environment for individual students.
  • Collaborate with students, parents, and other staff members to develop and progress monitor Individual Education Plans (IEP) through the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) process for each student assigned.
  • Plan and use a variety of appropriate instructional and learning strategies, techniques, activities, materials, technology, and equipment that reflect an understanding of the learning styles, instructional, communication, and social-emotional needs of students.
  • Use data frequently to monitor student progress towards meeting IEP goals; adjust instructional and intervention services and supports as necessary to ensure students make progress.
  • Scaffold instruction and accommodations and adapt activities to ensure equal access to grade level instruction.
  • Utilize the most effective collaborative teaching techniques and strategies in inclusion supported classrooms.
  • Plan, deliver and progress monitor individual and small group direct instruction for students who require intensive intervention for behavior, academics, developmental skills, communication, etc.
  • Participate in ARD committee meetings on a regular basis.

SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION CLIMATE
  • Model core organizational beliefs and values.
  • Perform duties in an effective and efficient manner for the purpose of supporting and contributing to high student achievement.
  • Consult with teacher and principal on all general administration items including personnel policies.
  • Attend and participate in faculty meetings and special events and serve on staff committees and PLC's as required.
  • Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices of Texas Educators.

SCHOOL/ORGANIZATIONAL IMPROVEMENT
  • Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required.
  • Attend training as required by the job assignment and district/campus improvement plan.

ADMINISTRATION AND FISCAL/FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
  • Operate office equipment, assistive technology devices, classroom audio-visual technology, and use computer to retrieve and send email and use district required system/software.
  • Maintain classroom organization and cleanliness.
  • Comply with all district policies, operating procedures, legal regulatory requirements, and verbal and written directives.
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.

STUDENT MANAGEMENT
  • Interact with students professionally, calmly, intentionally using language for teaching and de-escalation
  • Implement individual student behavior intervention plans (BIP) for student academic and social emotional success.
  • Regularly assist students with disabilities across all settings according to their needs, including but not limited to, safe transfer to and from wheelchairs, lifting, positioning, and use of assistive technology
  • Implement systems to safely and effectively transition students.
    • Provide, supervise, document, and report personal care as stated in the IEP and district requirements, while maintaining student dignity and safety.

SCHOOL/COMMUNITY RELATIONS
  • Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, principals and teachers.
  • Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, and community members
  • Ensure that all interactions with students, district personnel, and parents are supportive, courteous, and respectful.
  • Maintain confidentiality of student information per FERPA requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made if necessary:
    • While performing the duties of a classroom teacher, the employee may frequently be required to stoop, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, talk, hear, see and use repetitive physical motions.
    • While performing these duties of the job, the employee may frequently be required to lift and / or move at least 50 pounds of materials, or lift children from wheelchairs, onto changing tables, etc.

PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
  • Seek professional learning to support students with disabilities as specific to role and responsibility.
  • Participate in professional learning to improve job performance and support growth goals.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Supervise students during bus duty, building/playground duty, lunch duty, and co-curricular activities.
  • Plan assignments and supervise teacher assistants and volunteers.

MISCELLANEOUS
  • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor

NOTE: In order to minimize current campus disruption, current teachers and classroom assistants may only apply to job postings if the position is a promotion. A promotion is defined by an increase in salary grade or incremental stipend. This does not apply if the transfer window is open.
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Additional Job Information
This position receives a $3,000/year stipend.
This is a pooled position. It is open year-round even if no current openings exist.
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