Elementary Special Education Aide - Classroom Support Hero

Zapata South Elementary School; Zapata (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Zapata County Independent School District Zapata South Elementary School in Zapata, Texas seeks an Elementary Special Education Instructional Assistant. The role provides instructional support for the teacher, assisting with classroom activities and administrative tasks under a certified teacher’s supervision.

The position is paid as Pay Grade 2, with a salary range of $21,180 to $30,216 per year, for 187 duty days annually. Immediate start available for the 2026-2027 work calendar.

Qualifications

• Hold a high school diploma, the equivalent of a high school diploma, or higher.
• Complete one of the following: three creditable years of experience as an educational aide I or II; or 30 semester credit hours with focus on child growth and development or related areas; or experience working with students/parents as approved by the employing superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Provide highly qualified instructional support for the teacher.
• Assist the teacher in preparing classroom activities and administrative requirements.
• Work under the supervision of a certified teacher.

Education

High school diploma

Educational aide experience or college credits

Job description

Zapata County Independent School District Zapata South Elementary School in Zapata, Texas seeks an Elementary Special Education Instructional Assistant. The role provides instructional support for the teacher, assisting with classroom activities and administrative tasks under a certified teacher’s supervision.

The position is paid as Pay Grade 2, with a salary range of $21,180 to $30,216 per year, for 187 duty days annually. Immediate start available for the 2026-2027 work calendar.