Aide/Paraprofessional 2026-2027, Regular, Middle/High School, Alternative Learning Center, ALC-East (Fall Vacancies)

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional $1,000 annual stipend

Job summary

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD seeks an Aide to support teachers and students in a bustling Houston area campus. The role involves preparing instructional materials, assisting with tests, and maintaining a neat classroom environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, flexibility to adjust daily routines, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. An associates degree or CFISD proficiency test score can meet the education requirement, with 187 work days per year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Flexibility to adjust daily routine.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• One of: 48 college credits, associate degree, or CFISD proficiency test score 70+.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and displays.
• Help with administration and scoring of tests and assignments.
• Maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment, books and supplies.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Conduct instructional exercises with individual students or small groups.
• Supervise students during lunch, bus and playground.
• Inform teacher of special needs or problems of students.
• Participate in staff development and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Regular attendance is essential.

Skills

Experience with children

Flexible schedule

Effective communication

Professional appearance

Lift up to 50 pounds

Administrative support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

CFISD proficiency test 70+

Job description

Qualifications

• Proof of high school graduation or GED equivalent.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Flexible and able to adjust your daily routine.
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate a professional appearance and attitude.
• Physically able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Must have one of the following:
• 48 hours of college credits, OR
• Associates or higher degree, OR
• Competency on the CFISD proficiency test (score of 70 or above).

Terms Of Employment

187 Days

Salary/Pay Grade

$21,739/IP-2 as approved by the Board of Trustees.

• ALC aides earn an additional $1,000 annual stipend.

Essential Functions

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help 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, books and supplies.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the teacher, principal or other school personnel supervisor.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.

Working Conditions

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by students
• Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking and reaching
• Lifting: May require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities, control behavior through physical restraint, assist non ambulatory students, and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment; may work prolonged or irregular hours
• Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather), exposure to noise, exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases)
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress