Educational Aide - SPC (26-27)

Northwest Independent School District; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Independent School District in Fort Worth, TX seeks an Educational Aide for the SPC to assist teachers in classroom preparation, materials, and administrative tasks. The role supports students, supervises activities, and helps maintain records and equipment, under supervision of a certified teacher.

The position is non-exempt, with 187 duty days, and requires a high school diploma or GED plus a Texas educational aide certificate. Prior experience with children is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Must be able to work well with children.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Some experience working with children preferred.
• Knowledge of general office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparation of instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of tests and assignments.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment.
• Record keeping and report preparation for teacher.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Work with individual students or small groups.
• Supervise students during school day activities including lunch, bus, and playground.
• Notify teacher of special needs or problems of students.
• Participate in staff development and faculty meetings.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Ability to work well with children

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Some experience with children

Knowledge of general office equipment

CPI / Safety Care certification

Job description

Educational Aide - SPC (26-27)

Northwest Independent School District SPECIAL PROGRAMS CTR - FORT WORTH, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5909741
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 31, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

NORTHWEST INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Title: ED ASST – SPC

Duty Days: 187

Reports to: Principal and Teacher Assigned

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Dept. /Campus: Campus Assigned

Pay Grade: P15

Date Revised: 05/2025

Primary Purpose: Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under supervision of certified teacher.

High school diploma or GED

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Ability to work well with children

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Some experience working with children

Knowledge of general office equipment

Certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention and/or Safety Care

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain a 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.
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Able to maintain confident information
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

N/A

Equipment Used:

Personal computer, printer, copier, and FAX machine

Working Conditions: Maintain emotional control under stress. Position requires frequent sitting, bending, stooping, twisting, pulling, overhead reaching, keyboarding, and wrist inflexion

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $28,050 to $38,611.76 Per Year

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required