Bilingual Classroom Aide

Nacogdoches Independent School District; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Nacogdoches Independent School District is seeking a Classroom Instructional Aide Bilingual to support teachers in a dynamic elementary or secondary classroom. The aide assists with preparing instructional materials, setting up displays, and administering routine tests, all under the supervision of a certified teacher.

The ideal candidate reads and writes in Spanish, communicates effectively with students and staff, and works well with children.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to read and write in Spanish.
• Highly-Qualified Aide Status required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of tests and assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist with inventory and maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain administrative records and reports as needed.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Ensure materials and supplies are ready for classroom use.
• Supervise students during school hours and activities.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Effective communication

Reading, writing, and math basics

Child engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Highly-Qualified Aide Status

Job description

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Assistant
• Date Posted: 9/1/2026

Job Title: Classroom Instructional Aide BILINGUAL Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned Pay Grade: Clerical PG2 $17,581-$27,560

Dept./School: Campus Assigned Date Revised: May 2018

Primary Purpose

Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under supervision of a certified teacher.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or GED
• Highly-Qualified Aide Status

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Demonstrates knowledge of reading, writing and math

Must be able to read and write in Spanish

Experience

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Support

• 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 maintain administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Ensures specific materials and supplies are ready for classroom use.

Student Management

• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Monitors student behavior (e.g., during bus loading, on the playground, in the cafeteria and hallways, and when a teacher is absent from classroom); disciplines students as necessary.

Other

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Principal/classroom teacher
• Provides first aid as necessary.
• Cleans classrooms or eating areas.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equipment Used

Operates classroom equipment such as DVD players, computers, CD players, online resources.

Working Conditions

Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.

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.