Early Childhood Paraprofessional: Classroom Support

EARLY CHILDHOOLD LEARNING CENTER; Cotulla (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cotulla ISD Early Childhood Learning Center is seeking a Paraprofessional Aide to assist the instructional team and maintain a safe, nurturing environment for young children. This nonexempt role reports to the assigned teacher and starts immediately, with duties including lesson support, documentation, and classroom supervision in a licensed program.

Required: High school diploma or GED, CDA credential, CPR/First Aid, Texas driver’s license; preferred college coursework in Early Childhood

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• CDA Credential is required.
• CPR and First Aid certification are required.
• Texas driver’s license is required.
• College coursework in Early Childhood Education is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans and classroom materials as directed by the teacher.
• Assist in completing required documentation, including incident, accident, ADA, conference, health, and narrative forms.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Support children’s activities during indoor and outdoor play, learning stations, and transitions.
• Change diapers and assist with toileting following proper hygiene protocols.
• Supervise children at all times, including nap time, meals, recess, and transitions.

Skills

Early childhood development

Communication with children/parents

Confidentiality and child safety

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDA Credential

CPR/First Aid

Texas driver’s license

College coursework in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Copier

Fax machine

Laminator

Computer

Job description

Cotulla ISD Early Childhood Learning Center is seeking a Paraprofessional Aide to assist the instructional team and maintain a safe, nurturing environment for young children. This nonexempt role reports to the assigned teacher and starts immediately, with duties including lesson support, documentation, and classroom supervision in a licensed program.

Required: High school diploma or GED, CDA credential, CPR/First Aid, Texas driver’s license; preferred college coursework in Early Childhood