Elementary Special Education Instructional Assistant

Fidel & Andrea Villlarreal Elementary School; Zapata (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Zapata County Independent School District Fidel & Andrea Villlarreal Elementary School - Zapata, Texas is seeking an Elementary Special Education Instructional Assistant to support the classroom teacher with instructional activities and administrative tasks. Starting immediately for the 2026-2027 school year, the position offers a pay range of $21,180 to $30,216 per year with 187 duty days.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and some experience with students or families as

Qualifications

• High school diploma or higher is required.
• Three creditable years of experience as educational aide I/II.
• 30 college credit hours with emphasis on child growth/development.
• Experience working with students or parents per superintendent approval.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to the teacher.
• Assist in preparing classroom activities and administrative tasks.

Skills

Demonstrated ability to work with—all

Written and oral communication

Technical job requirements knowledge

Dignity and respect for all

Education

High school diploma or higher

30 college credit hours in child growth/development or related

Experience with students/parents as approved by superintendent

Job description

Elementary Special Education Instructional Assistant

Zapata County Independent School District Fidel & Andrea Villlarreal Elementary School - Zapata, Texas

Starting Date: Immediately

Application Deadline: Nov 16, 2026 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Job Description

Position: Elementary Special Education Instructional Assistant

Instructional Support

Pay Grade 2

Minimum

Maximum

$21,180.00

$30,216.00

Minimum Duty Days:

187 Days

Start Date:

2026-2027 Workday Schedule

Minimum Requirements

An applicant for an educational aide III certificate shall:

• hold a high school diploma, the equivalent of a high school diploma, or higher;


• have satisfied one of the following requirements:




• have three creditable years of experience, as defined in Chapter 153, Subchapter CC, of this title (relating to Commissioner's Rules on Creditable Years of Service), as either an educational aide I or II; or


• have completed 30 semester credit hours of college credit with some emphasis on child growth and development or related subject areas; and


• have experience working with students or parents as approved by the employing superintendent.

Primary Purpose

The primary purpose of this position is to provide highly qualified instructional support for the teacher. The instructional assistant assists the teacher in the preparation of classroom activities and administrative requirements. This position works under the supervision of a certified teacher.

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and harmoniously with administrators and other staff.


• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both in written form and orally.


• Possess technical skills necessary to perform essential job requirements, such as adequate knowledge of subject matter, sound teaching methodology, and effective discipline techniques.


• Treat all people with dignity and respect.

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary: $21,180 to $30,216 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Zapata Co. ISD , Human Resources Department


• Central Office


• Zapata, Texas 78076


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]