Classroom Instructional Aide

Salado Independent School District; Salado (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Salado Independent School District is seeking an instructional aide to provide support to teachers and students under direct supervision. You will assist in preparing materials, facilitating small-group instruction, and helping manage classroom activities throughout the school day.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, as well as a valid Texas educational aide certificate, and some experience working with children.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED; Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; ability to communicate effectively.
• Experience: Some experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Supervise students throughout the day including lunchroom, bus, and playground.
• Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development training programs and faculty meetings; follow safety procedures.

Skills

Reading instruction

Math assistance

Communication

Child interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

Office computer

Job description

• Date Posted: 10/26/2026

Primary Purpose:

Provide instruction to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.

Primary Purpose:

Provide instruction to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics Ability to work well with children Ability to communicate effectively

Experience: Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion: Moderate walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress