26-27 CCE Instructional Assistant

Midway ISD: Castleman Creek Elementary; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Midway ISD: Castleman Creek Elementary, in Waco, Texas, is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support teachers and students. This role focuses on assisting with reading, writing, and math instruction, preparing instructional materials, and helping manage classroom activities.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a Texas educational aide certificate, or equivalent college work. The role is non-exempt and 187 days per year, with a salary commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas Educational Aide certificate required.
• Associate’s degree, two years of college, or validated equivalency per Region XII guidance.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to individual students or small groups.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and displays.
• Help implement instructional strategies to meet student needs.
• Assist with administration and scoring of tests and assignments.
• Maintain neat and orderly instructional environment.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Help teachers keep administrative records and reports.
• Support substitute teachers as needed.
• Supervise students during school activities and transitions.

Skills

Reading support

Writing support

Math support

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas Educational Aide certificate

Associate’s degree or 2 years higher education

Job description

26-27 CCE Instructional Assistant

Midway ISD Region 12 Midway ISD: Castleman Creek Elementary - Waco, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in ESC Region 12 , and Midway Independent School District

Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Instructional Assistant
Reports to: Principal / Teacher Assigned
Dept./School: Campus Assigned
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt / 187 days
Date Revised: 3/6/2025

Salary calculations will be commensurate with job experience.

Primary Purpose:
Provide instructional assistance to students under the general supervision of the principal andimmediate direction of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managingclassroom activities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Texas educational aide certificate
Associate’s degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formalacademic assessment through the Region XII Service Center, if applicable

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
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 assigned teacher or assigned program;work with individual students or small groups.
2. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
3. Assist teacher in implementing instructional strategies and concepts to address student needs.
4. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
5. Help maintain neat and orderly instructional environment.
6. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment and supplies 7. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
8. Provide assistance to substitute teachers.

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

Clerical Support
11. Compile, maintain, and file reports, requisitions, records and other documents according tostandard procedures.

Other
12. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
13. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
14. Uphold and enforce state and local policies of the school.
15. Maintain confidentiality.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.
Posture:Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
Motion:Moderate walking
Lifting:Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move books and classroomequipment
Environment:Work inside and outside; exposure to noise
Mental Demands:Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not anexhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Midway Independent School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment becauseof race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status or on any other basis prohibited by law.Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities. TheTitle IX Coordinator for Midway ISD is the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources.13885 Woodway Drive, Woodway, Texas 76712. Contact phone number is 254-761-5610

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20,944 to $25,223 Annually

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dr. Clint Glaesmann , Principal
• Midway ISD: Castleman Creek Elementary
• Email: [e-mail]