Elementary School: Pre-Kindergarten Aide 2026-2027

Fort Bend ISD; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend ISD is hiring a Pre-Kindergarten Aide to support classroom instruction by assisting students and the classroom teacher. The role involves providing instructional support, working with individual students, and operating various classroom instructional equipment.

Applicants should possess at least 48 college hours or pass the Para Professional Assessment, along with effective communication skills and experience working with children. The position is vital for fostering a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 48 college hours or passing score on Para Professional Assessment.
• Prefer Texas Educational Aide Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Effective communication skills, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support for the classroom teacher.
• Work with individual students and/or small groups.
• Assist with record keeping and development of materials.

Skills

Effective interpersonal and communication skills

Experience working with elementary-age children

Education

Minimum of 48 college hours

Texas Educational Aide Certification

Child Development Associate credential

Job description

Job Overview

The Pre-Kindergarten Aide will assist students and the classroom teacher by performing related tasks and supporting classroom instruction under the direct supervision of the teacher, building administrator, or appropriate supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support for the classroom teacher.
• Work with individual students and/or small groups to reinforce skills introduced by the teacher.
• Assist with record keeping, preparation and development of instructional materials and other classroom tasks.
• Provide coverage for the classroom teacher when necessary.
• Operate a variety of classroom instructional equipment, including but not limited to computers, audio/visual and video equipment.
• Work cooperatively with substitute teachers in providing instruction and assistance to students.
• Participate in various committees and attend required campus and/or district meetings.
• Assist with supervision of students before, during, and after school on the playground, lunchroom, and during any school-sponsored activity occurring during the school day.
• Perform housekeeping chores such as sanitizing student work areas and instructional materials.
• Provide for the basic needs of students who are not able to care for themselves, including but not limited to toileting and feeding.
• Attend required continuing professional education courses, implement strategies, and receive in-class coaching with a master teacher (minimum 30 hours of professional development).
• Perform clerical tasks such as typing correspondence, copying materials, etc.
• Assist in the safe and orderly movement of all students to and from the classroom.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Qualification Requirements

• Minimum of 48 college hours or a passing score on the Para Professional Assessment of Knowledge.
• Texas Educational Aide Certification preferred or will be required to obtain once hired.
• Child Development Associate credential preferred.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Experience working with elementary‑age children and knowledge of the learning process preferred.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

Work is performed in classrooms, offices, workstations, and meeting rooms. The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting or carrying items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers, and presentation materials. The employee must regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts that require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. The role may involve prolonged or irregular hours and requires emotional control under stress.

Location

TEXAS

Position Calendar

184AU1

School Year

2026-2027

Salary Grade

501