Bilingual Middle School Aide & Classroom Translator

SCHOOLS; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District seeks a bilingual Aide/Paraprofessional for 2026-2027 at a Cypress, TX middle school. The role focuses on translating communications, supporting teachers, and assisting with instructional materials.

Starting immediately, the position is 187 days with salary around $21,739/yr as IP-2. Candidates must meet the stated education options (HS diploma or GED, college credits or an associate degree or CFISD proficiency score).

Qualifications

• Proof of high school graduation or GED equivalent.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to speak, read and understand the assigned language.
• Flexible and able to adjust your daily routine.
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate a professional appearance and attitude.
• Physically able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Must have one of the following: 48 hours of college credits OR Associates or higher degree OR CFISD proficiency test score 70+.

Responsibilities

• Translate student and parent communications for the classroom teacher in assigned language.
• Assist students to communicate with campus staff.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Translate words, ideas and concepts between languages for teachers, students and parents.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment, books and supplies.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom.

Skills

Bilingual ability

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Education

Associates or higher degree

48 hours of college credits

CFISD proficiency test (score 70+)

Job description

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District seeks a bilingual Aide/Paraprofessional for 2026-2027 at a Cypress, TX middle school. The role focuses on translating communications, supporting teachers, and assisting with instructional materials.

Starting immediately, the position is 187 days with salary around $21,739/yr as IP-2. Candidates must meet the stated education options (HS diploma or GED, college credits or an associate degree or CFISD proficiency score).