Aide, Pre-Kindergarten

Bayshore Elementary; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 14,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance contributions

Job summary

Bayshore Elementary in La Porte, Texas, seeks an Aide for Pre-Kindergarten to support teachers with classroom activities and management. The role involves assisting in program implementation, self-help, behavior management, and targeted instruction for individuals or small groups under licensed supervision.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid SBEC Educational Aide certificate, and preferably an associate degree or 48+ college hours or ParaEducator Certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid SBEC Educational Aide certificate required.
• Associates degree or 48+ college hours, or ParaEducator Certification issued by San Jacinto College or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teachers in preparation and management of classroom activities.
• Support implementation of classroom programs including self-help, behavior management and instruction.
• Work with individual students or small groups on instructional exercises as directed by teachers.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid SBEC Educational Aide certificate

Associate's Degree or 48+ college hours or NCLB ParaEducator Certification

Job description

Aide, Pre-Kindergarten

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Job Details

Job ID: 5977530

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 30, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position: Aide, Pre-Kindergarten

Location: BayshoreElementary

Assist the teacher(s) in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Assist in the implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management and instruction. Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by teacher(s). Work under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher.

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid SBEC Educational Aide certificate
• Associate's Degree or 48 or more college hoursor NCLB ParaEducator Certification issued by San Jacinto College or other local educational entity

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Posture:Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion:Frequent walking
• Lifting:Frequent light lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling (less than 15 pounds); occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling (up to 50 pounds)
• Environment:Work inside and outside, regular exposure to noise and the elements
• Mental Demands:Maintain control under stress

Other Information:

Your application is not complete until three current references have been received. These references must include your current Principal or supervisor. Please include your transcript or ParaEducator Certification issued by San Jacinto College or other local educational entity.

The District contributes$400/monthto the cost of employee only health insurance, which is $175/month greater than the state required amount of $225/month.

Pay Grade: Paraprofessional, Pay Grade 1, 187 Days

Minimum: $12.54

Midpoint: $15.00

Compensation based on job-like experience.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $12.54 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required