ELC/Elementary Teacher Assistant (Temporary)

Elementary; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Elementary is seeking an ELC/Elementary Teacher Assistant (Temporary) at the Texas School for the Deaf in Austin to support the instructional needs of deaf and hard of hearing students. This entry-level role assists in designing materials and activities, monitors students, and collaborates with the assigned Teacher(s) under supervision.

The position runs for two school years (2026-2027 and 2027-2028), with 40 hours per week and 189 days of service.

Qualifications

• Evidence of instructional knowledge and the ability to support learning in a classroom setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, and staff.
• Ability to plan and organize tasks, monitor progress, and document outcomes.
• Commitment to safety, confidentiality, and respectful conduct in the school environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in planning and delivering instruction for deaf and hard-of-hearing students.
• Prepare age-appropriate instructional materials and learning activities.
• Monitor students inside and outside the classroom and provide supervision as needed.
• Support students with personal care and mobility needs in accordance with their abilities.
• Maintain orderly instructional spaces and collaborate with teachers to promote equitable outcomes.

Skills

Instructional knowledge

Problem solving

Effective communication

Planning/organizing

Quality control

Dependability

Safety awareness

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

ELC/Elementary Teacher Assistant (Temporary)

Texas School for the Deaf Elementary - Austin, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5938550
Application Deadline: Oct 05, 2026 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Sep 24, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

This is a temporary two-year position for the2026-2027 & 2027-2028 school year.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Length of position: 189 days

Hours: 40 hours per week

SUMMARY

Assists the teacher to provide for the instructional needs of deaf, hard of hearing students in Instruction at TSD. Assists in the design and preparation of age and individually-appropriate materials and learning experiences for the Instruction department. Assists the teacher with monitoring the students inside and outside the center and works with children individually or in small groups. Works under the general supervision of the principal and immediate direction of the assigned Teacher(s). Performsentry-level to routine (journey-level)educational assistance work Works undermoderate supervisionwith limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Setting up and assisting in designing bulletin board displays and exhibits.
• May conduct instructional exercises with students in groups or individually as assigned by the teacher to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts
• Participates in student data collection, documentation, and interpretation
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions and ensure a safe and orderly classroom.
• Monitor students in various settings (classroom, cafeteria, playground, and other areas)
• Assists students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene.
• Assists students with physical disabilities according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, or positioning and signing instructions to them
• Models’ social-emotional expectations for students.
• Assumes responsibility for learning and adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Ensure instructional areas are maintained, orderly, and clean.
• Alert teacher of an individual child's special needs or problems.
• Provide an exceptional customer experience for all TSD stakeholders with intentional and professional practices that promote a culture of respect and focus on achieving equitable outcomes.
• May assume responsibility for supervision and instruction of students in the absence of the teacher for short periods.
• Completes written behavior reports when necessary.
• Acts as an advocate for students.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALFICIATIONS

• 0-3 years’ experience in child care work or training in a student-related field.
• Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent
• Sign Language: At hire, the applicant must have sign language skills equivalent to a Signed Communication Proficiency Interview (SCPI) level of ADVANCED.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES/ATTRIBUTES

• Instructional Knowledge — knowledge of content; instructional methodologies, classroom management
• Problem-solving—the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Effective Communication—the individual must be able to appropriately communicate with colleagues, students, parents, families, administrators, supervisors, and the public.
• Planning/organizing—the individual prioritizes and plans work activities uses time efficiently, and develops realistic action plans.
• Quality control—the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Dependability—the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Safety and security—the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses equipment and materials properly.
• Interpersonal Skills—the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others’ ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.

SUPERVISOR

Elementary Principal

Military Occupation Specialty(MOS) Code:

None equivalent

It is the Texas School for the Deaf’s (TSD) policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation or belief, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. TSD expressly prohibits any form of workplace discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Retaliation against individuals who oppose unlawful discrimination or participate in an employment discrimination proceeding is also prohibited. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, firing, promotions, training, wages, and benefits. In addition to federal law requirements, TSD complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $3,670 Per Month

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required