Bilingual Elementary Instructional Assistant

Thigpen-Zavala Elementary School; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Thigpen-Zavala Elementary School in McAllen, Texas seeks an Instructional Assistant, Bilingual Elementary, to support Emergent Bilingual students and assist teachers with activities and administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree or 48 college hours, and paraprofessional certification is preferred. Strong English/Spanish skills and prior school experience are valued in this role.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 college hours required.
• Paraprofessional Certification preferred (required upon employment).
• Must read, write and speak clearly in English and Spanish; able to serve Emergent Bilingual students.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Emergent Bilingual students throughout the day.
• Assist teachers with bilingual program implementation for EB students.
• Prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Maintain communication with teachers about student needs and progress.
• Uphold school rules and policies and protect student confidentiality.

Skills

Bilingual communication

Interpersonal skills

Independence

Positive attitude

Education

Associate degree or 48 college hours

Paraprofessional Certification (preferred)

Tools

Keyboard/word processing

Job description

Thigpen-Zavala Elementary School in McAllen, Texas seeks an Instructional Assistant, Bilingual Elementary, to support Emergent Bilingual students and assist teachers with activities and administrative tasks.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree or 48 college hours, and paraprofessional certification is preferred. Strong English/Spanish skills and prior school experience are valued in this role.