Bilingual Instructional Assistant - Paraprofessional

Lamar County Head Start; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamar County Head Start in Paris, Texas is hiring a Bilingual Paraprofessional to assist teachers in planning and managing classroom activities. This nonexempt role reports to the principal and assigned teachers.

It requires strong bilingual communication and a commitment to supporting student learning. The position involves preparing instructional materials, scoring tests, maintaining records, LPAC paperwork, and assisting substitute teachers.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum 48 semester hours of college credit or an Associate Degree, or demonstrated equivalent instructional ability.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of tests and assignments.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom and inventory of supplies.
• Assist with maintaining records and required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Skills

Bilingual ability

English/Spanish communication

Interpersonal skills

Classroom assistance

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

48 college hours or Associate degree

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Lamar County Head Start in Paris, Texas is hiring a Bilingual Paraprofessional to assist teachers in planning and managing classroom activities. This nonexempt role reports to the principal and assigned teachers.

It requires strong bilingual communication and a commitment to supporting student learning. The position involves preparing instructional materials, scoring tests, maintaining records, LPAC paperwork, and assisting substitute teachers.