Bilingual Instructional Assistant (Paraprofessional)

Region 8 ESC; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Paris Independent School District (TX) Lamar County Head Start in Paris, Texas seeks a bilingual paraprofessional to support teachers, prepare instructional materials, and assist with testing and administrative tasks. This is a nonexempt, full-time position with focus on bilingual instruction and family engagement.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 48 college hours or an associate degree, and a Texas educational aide certificate.

Qualifications

• Bilingual ability in English and Spanish required or preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required; college credit preferred.
• Texas educational aide certificate required.
• Experience with children preferred; basic classroom tasks.
• Good communication with adults and children in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of tests and assignments.
• Maintain neat and orderly classroom and manage routine tasks.
• Inventory, care and maintenance of equipment.
• Keep administrative records and assist with reports.

Skills

Bilingual communication

Classroom support

Child interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

48 semester hours college credit / Associates Degree

Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

Copier

Personal computer

Audiovisual equipment

Job description

Paris Independent School District (TX) Lamar County Head Start in Paris, Texas seeks a bilingual paraprofessional to support teachers, prepare instructional materials, and assist with testing and administrative tasks. This is a nonexempt, full-time position with focus on bilingual instruction and family engagement.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 48 college hours or an associate degree, and a Texas educational aide certificate.