Aide - Headstart

Richardson Independent School District; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Richardson Independent School District is seeking an Instructional Support/Aide - Headstart at Pleasant Run Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year. Under the supervision of a certified teacher, you will provide instructional assistance to students and help prepare, conduct, and manage classroom activities.

Qualifications include an Associate degree or equivalent, a valid Texas educational aide certificate, and prior experience with children.

Qualifications

• Education credentials required per ESSA including an associate degree or equivalent.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Some experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional assistance to students under a certified teacher.
• Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

Skills

Reading/Math instruction

Work with children

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree / 2 years college

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

• Position Type: Instructional Support/ Aide - Headstart
• Date Posted: 8/29/2026
• Location: Pleasant Run Elementary
• Date Available: 2026 - 2027 School Year

Primary Purpose

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: Associate’s degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
• 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 effective

Experience

• Some experience working with children