Bilingual Instructional Assistant - At-Risk Support

Mcallen-Independent-School-District; North Depot Road Colonia (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

McAllen Independent School District is seeking an Instructional Assistant, At-Risk at Castaneda Elementary School in McAllen, Texas. The role provides support to students in an inclusive setting, assisting with assignments and reinforcing instructional tasks under the supervision of licensed staff.

Requirements include an associate degree or 48 college hours and paraprofessional certification upon employment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 college hours required.
• Paraprofessional Certification required upon employment.
• Experience with at-risk students and inclusive classrooms is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource to principals and teachers for Children At-Risk programs.
• Assist individuals or small groups with assignments in an inclusion setting.
• Support classroom teachers with reinforcement tasks and instructional activities.
• Maintain a high-quality classroom environment and organize required reports for the Children At-Risk Program.
• Coordinate activities with teachers and specialists to provide instructional support.
• Direct students to appropriate pupil services personnel when needed.
• Participate in professional development activities and adhere to district standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate degree or 48 college hours

Paraprofessional Certification

Job description

McAllen Independent School District is seeking an Instructional Assistant, At-Risk at Castaneda Elementary School in McAllen, Texas. The role provides support to students in an inclusive setting, assisting with assignments and reinforcing instructional tasks under the supervision of licensed staff.

Requirements include an associate degree or 48 college hours and paraprofessional certification upon employment.