2026-2027 Pre-Kindergarten Instructional Assistant Pool

Harlandale Independent School District; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Harlandale Independent School District is seeking a 2026-2027 Pre-Kindergarten Instructional Assistant to support teachers and students across assigned campuses in San Antonio, Texas. This full-time IA role involves instructional support for reading, writing, and mathematics under certified teachers’ supervision.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, with preference for an associate degree or 48 college hours and eligibility for a Texas educational aide certificate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or 48 college hours preferred.
• Qualified for Texas educational aide certificate per ESSA requirements.
• Experience assisting in reading, writing, and math instruction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a teacher; work with individuals or small groups.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of tests and assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom and assist with supplies.
• Support teachers with records and reports; orient substitutes as needed.
• Supervise students during lunch, arrival/dismissal, and recess as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and participate in staff development.

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Math instruction

Student interaction

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree / 48 hours college

Texas educational aide certificate eligibility

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

2026-2027 Pre-Kindergarten Instructional Assistant Pool

Harlandale Independent School District Multi-Location - San Antonio, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5571622
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Mar 05, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: Instructional Assistant

Exemption Status: Nonexempt/At-Will
Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned

Pay Grade: 1

Calendar Days: 187
Dept./School: Assigned Campus

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 hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
Have met formal academic assessment (TOPP Region 20 Assessment, 70%), associate’s degree, or two years of study (48 hours) at an institution of higher learning*
Meet criteria to qualify for a valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
Ability to work well with children
Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:
Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

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

Student Management
8. Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
9. Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other
10. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
11. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
12. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
13. Performs other job-related duties as may be assigned by the campus principal or designee.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion: Moderate walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

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.

The Harlandale Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or on any other basis prohibited by law.
An Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $15.50 to $21.84 Per Hour

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.


• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dr. Jeanette Romero , HR Coordinator


• Human Resources


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