Terrell I.S.D. Job Description
Terrell Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
No person shall, on the basis of national origin, race, gender, creed, religion, age, or handicap, be excluded from
participation in, be denied the benefit of, or subjected to discrimination in employment, or recruitment consideration,
or selection for full or part-time professional positions in the Terrell Independent School District.
In accordance with Terrell I.S.D. Board Policy DC (LOCAL) the following position is open:
Job Title: Instructional Aide Work Days: 171
Reports to: Principal Pay Grade: According to TISD Salary Schedule
Dept./School: Terrell Alternative Education Center Start Date: Until Filled
Contact Person: Jasmine Castaneda
Human Resources Specialist
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Primary Purpose:
Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Texas Educational Aide certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to work well with children
Ability to communicate effectively
Experience:
Some experience working with children
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Support
- Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
- Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
- Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
- Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
- Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
- Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
Student Management
- Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
- Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom,
bus, and playground duty.
- Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
Other
- Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
- Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
- Maintain friendly customer service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers,
administrators, and co-workers.
- Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department
are met.
- Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communications (i.e., email, written, and verbal)
- Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.
Equipment Used:
Copier, personal computer, and audiovisual equipment.
Working Conditions:
Moderate standing, stooping, bending and lifting.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress.
Daily in-person attendance is an essential function for this position
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.
Application Procedures
District Employees:
- Complete an internal application online at https://www.applitrack.com/terrellisd/onlineapp/
a. You may attach an updated resume
b. You may attach a letter of interest addressing how your background and experience relate to the position's
responsibilities and qualifications
- Other credentials as applicable
Outside Applicants:
- Online Application https://www.applitrack.com/terrellisd/onlineapp
a. You may attach a resume and a letter of interest addressing how your background and experience relate to
the position's responsibilities and qualifications
b. Other credentials as applicable
- Official transcript(s) will be requested after a recommendation for hire is received
Terrell ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its
programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The
following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:
Melissa Nichols; Executive Director of Human Resources
700 North Catherine Street
Terrell, Texas 75160
Office Number: 972-563-7504
Email: melissa.nichols@terrellisd.org