Teacher Assistant, Campus Support (Bilingual Preferred) (2026-2027 School Year) (9829)

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Teacher Assistant Various Subjects Evaluation Type: Paraprofessional Department: Assigned Campus Pay Grade: P2 FLSA: Non-Exempt Date Revised: October 2024 Supervisor: Principal Teacher Assigned

BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• High school diploma or GED
• Have met formal academic assessment, associates degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning
• Valid Texas Educational Aide certificate

Special Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
• Experience: Some experience with children

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

Instructional Support

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a teacher, work with individual students or small groups.
• Help teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teachers keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Professional Effectiveness

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Follow district policies and procedures pertaining to the job assignment.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

MENTAL DEMANDS

• Work with frequent interruptions
• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I Part A program.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Posture: Prolonged standing, frequent kneeling, squatting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying less than 15 pounds, may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals, standard instructional equipment, P.E. teachers automated external defibrillator (AED)
• Environment: Work inside, may work outside, exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather, regular exposure to noise