Aide - Instructional

*Coleman Jr. High; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Waxahachie ISD Coleman Jr. High seeks an Instructional Aide to provide instructional support under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

The role includes assisting with instruction, materials preparation, and classroom management for students, with duties spanning individual and small-group support. This is a 187-day instructional position on the Paraprofessional Pay Schedule, non-exempt and starting immediately.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED; 48 hours or an assoc. degree; paraprofessional aide cert required (can be obtained after hire).
• Special Knowledge/Skills: organize/detail oriented; computer literacy; ability to instruct individuals or small groups; maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct instruction to students under teacher supervision.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and displays.
• Support classroom management and student records.
• Assist with testing administration and scoring where needed.
• Help with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Support substitute teachers as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Instruction support

Student communication

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s degree / 48 college hours

Paraprofessional Aide Certification

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Description: AIDE – INSTRUCTIONAL

Job Title:

Instructional Aide

Duty Days:

187

Reports to:

Campus Principal

Pay Grade:

1

Dept/School:

Assigned Campus

Pay Schedule:

Paraprofessional Pay Schedule

Wage/Hour:

Non-Exempt

Date Revised:

2025

Primary Purpose

Provide instructional support services. Assist teacher in instruction, preparation, and management of classroom activities. Work under direct supervision of teacher.

Qualifications

Education/Certifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, two years of study or 48 hours at an institution of higher learning
• Paraprofessional Aide Certification required (can be obtained once employed)

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to organize, and be detailed oriented
• Ability to operate the computer
• Ability to provide instruction to individual or small groups of students
• Physically and emotionally able to perform assigned tasks
• Communicate and work with students
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships
• Must possess personal qualities related to respect for the rights and confidentiality of others

Experience:

• Must have experience working with students; experience may be work in church related schools, day camps, youth groups, private schools, licensed day-care centers, or similar experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Support

• Provide direct instruction of students under direct supervision of teacher
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher, work with individual students or small groups
• Assist in classroom management
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers

Student Management

• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students
• Help with student supervision before, during, and after school while they are loading and unloading buses, on the playground, in the cafeteria, in a learning or practice environment, inside and outside classroom following appropriate training throughout the school day.

Professional Conduct

• Demonstrates ability to remain calm and withstand pressures
• Flexible to changes in routine and adapts quickly to changing situations
• Reliable and responsible attendance and punctuality
• Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assist fellow workers willingly
• Avoid speaking ill of the district and district personnel

Other

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned
• Perform duties as assigned, related to the position as directed by the supervisor or administrative staff

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.

• Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting
• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; copier and audiovisual 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

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Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $14.62 to $18.26 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Christopher Lynch , Principal
• *Coleman Jr. High
• Email: [e-mail]