Instructional Aide Teacher

About the Employer

Aide - Instructional (26-27 School Year)

Job Title and Context

Position Title: Aide - Instructional

Exemption Status and Reporting Structure

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Principal

Terms of Employment

Terms of Employment: 10 months; 2026-2027 School Year

Hourly Salary Range

Hourly Salary Range: Minimum $12.00, Midpoint $15.00, Maximum $18.00

Primary Purpose

Provide Instructional Support Services

Provide instructional support services. Assist the teacher in instruction, preparation, and management of classroom activities. Work under the direct supervision of the teacher(s).

Qualifications

Education/Certification

Associate degree, two years of study (48 college hours) at an institute of higher learning, or meet formal academic assessment
Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to assist with classroom instruction
Ability to work well with children
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to speak and write Spanish, preferred

Experience

Experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Strategies

Provide Direct Instruction

Provide direct instruction to students as assigned by the teacher and work with individual students and small groups.

Assist in Preparation of Materials

Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays, administering and scoring assignments and assessments, preparing records and reports, and maintaining a neat and orderly learning environment.

Maintain Equipment

Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.

Provide Orientation and Assistance

Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers, as needed.

Assist in Parent Involvement Activities

Assist in conducting parent involvement activities.

Student Management

Assist with Classroom Management

Assist with classroom management.

Supervise Students

Supervise students throughout the day, before and after school, inside and outside the classroom, in the cafeteria, in the hallway, at drop-off/pick-up locations, on the bus, on the playground, on field trips, and at other times and locations as assigned.

Keep Teacher Informed

Keep the teacher informed of special needs and issues of individual students.

Professional Growth and Development

Maintain Familiarity with District Curriculum

Maintain familiarity with district curriculum and initiatives to better serve the needs of students.

Participate in Professional Learning Activities

Participate in professional learning activities to improve job-related skills and demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement.

Attend Staff Meetings

Attend and participate in staff meetings and special events as assigned.

Communication

Establish and Maintain Relationships

Establish and maintain appropriate communication and a professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues.

Present Positive Role Model

Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the district and demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible as set out in the Texas Educator Code of Ethics.

Communicate with Community

Articulate the district’s mission and goals to the community and solicit community support.

Maintain Confidentiality

Maintain strict confidentiality of student and district information.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors

Tools/Equipment Used

Standard classroom equipment, computer, peripherals, other electronic devices

Posture/Lifting/Motion

Prolonged sitting/standing, frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting
Frequent walking; frequent repetitive hand motions, keyboarding, use of mouse, wrist flexion/extension
Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds without assistance, 30-55 pounds with assistance, and more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance

Environment

Work inside and outside; regular exposure to noise; occasional exposure to contagious diseases

Mental Demands

Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruption