About this role
Job Title: Paraprofessional Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned Pay Grade: Clerical Paraprofessional Date Revised: 07-09-2025 Primary Purpose: Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities. 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.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor for the betterment of the district.
• Provide support for administrator(s), counselor, and teaching staff by serving as interpreter for all parent meetings.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Equipment Used: Copier, personal computer, and audiovisual equipment. Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.