Aide - ESL (English/Mandarin Chinese) - Shafer Elementary

Katy ISD; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Shafer Elementary in Katy, Texas is seeking a dedicated Aide - ESL to support English Language Learners under the supervision of the Dir. of ESL and Bil. Programs and the Principal.

The role emphasizes collaboration with ESL and core teachers to provide high-quality ESL assistance and to deliver targeted language instruction in a classroom setting. Qualifications include bilingual English/Arabic fluency, relevant paraprofessional credentials, and flexibility to meet deadlines in a busy school

Qualifications

• College hours for Title I campus 48 required or a score of 464 on the ParaPro test
• College hours, high school diploma or GED preferred for non-Title I campus
• Paraprofessional aide certificate required once employed

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with ESL and content teachers in the classroom as needed.
• Facilitate targeted small group instruction based on language levels and needs.
• Support EB students per state and district ESL Program Model.
• Administer oral and written tests for EB students as needed.
• Provide communication in exception language as requested by the Office of Other Languages.
• Maintain confidentiality of students and administration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English/Arabic

Strong organizational skills

Work with students and teachers

Flexible schedule management

Education

College hours + ParaPro option

ParaPro test score 464

High school diploma or GED preferred

Paraprofessional aide certificate after hire

Job description

Aide - ESL (English/Mandarin Chinese) - Shafer Elementary

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Job Details

Job ID: 5960561

Application Deadline: Oct 20, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Reports To: Dir. of ESL and Bil. Programs and Principal of

Assigned School

Duty Days: 187 Days

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: IS03

Date Updated: 2/2026

Qualifications:

College hours for Title I campus 48 required or a score of 464 on the ParaPro test

College hours, high school diploma or GED preferred for non-Title I campus.

Fluent in both oral and written English and Arabic

Ability to work with students and teachers

Ability to manage a flexible schedule

School office experience or volunteer experience preferred

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work within deadlines

Paraprofessional aide certificate required once employed

Primary Purpose:

The primary purpose of this position is to collaborate with the Campus EB Specialist, ESL teacher, and core content-area teacher(s) to provide high-quality ESL support to elementary EB students. Additionally, provide exception language support at the district’s discretion.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with ESL and content teachers in the classroom as needed.
• Facilitate targeted small group instruction based on EB students’ language proficiency levels and individual student needs.
• Understand and implement the state and district’s ESL Program Model in alignment with policies, rules, and regulations regarding EB students.
• Administer oral and written tests to EB students as needed, including serving on a rotational basis at the EL (English Learner) Testing Center.
• Provide oral and written communication in exception language as requested by the Office of Other Languages and teachers.
• Maintain the confidentiality of students and administration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used:

Personal computer, copier, printer and fax machine

Working Conditions:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department , Receptionist
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Katy, Texas 77494
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]