JOB TITLE: Instructional Assistant WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt
General Classroom
REPORTS TO: Principal and teacher(s) assigned
DEPT. /SCHOOL: Campus Assigned DATE REVISED: October 2025
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Assist the teacher in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under the supervision of a certified teacher.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or its recognized equivalent and meet one of the following requirements:
- Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (defined as completion of 48 semester hours or equivalent trimester hours) of college coursework or an applicable number of semester hours as defined by the institution of higher education attended, whichever is less;
- Possess an associate (or higher) degree; or
- Meet a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a local academic assessment-
- Knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or
- Knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to work well with children
Knowledge of general school office equipment
Communication skills (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
Fluent in English and Spanish (Bilingual/ESL assistant only)
Experience:
One-year experience working with children
One-year clerical experience
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy.
- Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
- Work with individual students or groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
- Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
- Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom.
- Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students.
- Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom.
- Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
- Assist the teacher in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports.
- Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed.
- Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
- Maintain positive interaction with staff, students, and parents.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
EQUIPMENT USED:
Uses copier, typewriter, computer, and audiovisual equipment
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
Reading; ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.