Bilingual Instructional Assistant - At-Risk Students

Mcallen-Independent-School-District; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

McAllen Independent School District Castaneda Elementary School - McAllen, Texas is seeking an Instructional Assistant, At-Risk for the 2026-27 school year. The role supports students and teachers in an inclusive setting, focusing on at-risk learners and collaborative instruction.

Requirements include an associate degree or 48 college hours, paraprofessional certification, and bilingual ability in English and Spanish.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 college hours required.
• Paraprofessional Certification required upon employment.
• Bilingual English/Spanish; ability to communicate clearly in both languages.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource to principals and teachers for Children At-Risk programs.
• Assist individuals or small groups in assignments in an inclusion setting.
• Work with students on reinforcement tasks with the classroom teacher.
• Maintain a classroom environment with high expectations and student success.
• Coordinate instructional activities with classroom teachers.
• Assist in parent contacts within academic guidelines.
• Direct social/emotional issues to pupil services personnel.
• Refer students in need to appropriate support staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Reading/Writing clearly

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate degree or 48 college hours

Paraprofessional Certification

Job description

McAllen Independent School District Castaneda Elementary School - McAllen, Texas is seeking an Instructional Assistant, At-Risk for the 2026-27 school year. The role supports students and teachers in an inclusive setting, focusing on at-risk learners and collaborative instruction.

Requirements include an associate degree or 48 college hours, paraprofessional certification, and bilingual ability in English and Spanish.