5th Grade RLA Paraprofessional: Instructional Support

Bastrop Independent School District; Texas; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Bastrop Independent School District is seeking a Paraprofessional + to provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. The position involves assisting in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities at the assigned campus.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, supporting reading, writing, and mathematics, and maintaining a positive learning environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate
• 30 to 59 College credit hours preferred

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to assist in instructing read,

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or two years of study at an institution of higher learning

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

30 to 59 College credit hours preferred

Job description

Bastrop Independent School District is seeking a Paraprofessional + to provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. The position involves assisting in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities at the assigned campus.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, supporting reading, writing, and mathematics, and maintaining a positive learning environment.