Elementary Teacher Assistant + Paraprofessional (Immediate Start)

BASTROP INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Bastrop Independent School District is hiring a Teacher Assistant, Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year at Lost Pines Elementary School in Bastrop, Texas. The role provides instructional assistance under the supervision of a certified teacher and supports classroom activities.

The position is non-exempt, paid at $26.50 per hour, and requires a high school diploma or GED, college hours, and a Texas educational aide certificate; you will assist with reading, writing, and math instruction

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED
• Education/Certification: Associate’s degree or two years of study at college/university
• Education/Certification: Valid Texas educational aide certificate
• Minimum 30 college hours required and currently enrolled in college/university

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help teachers 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 teachers keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Follow district policies and procedures pertaining to the job assignment.

Skills

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to assist in reading writing &

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or two years of college

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Minimum 30 college hours and enrolled

Tools

Personal computer

AED

Instructional equipment

Job description

Bastrop Independent School District is hiring a Teacher Assistant, Paraprofessional for the 2026-2027 school year at Lost Pines Elementary School in Bastrop, Texas. The role provides instructional assistance under the supervision of a certified teacher and supports classroom activities.

The position is non-exempt, paid at $26.50 per hour, and requires a high school diploma or GED, college hours, and a Texas educational aide certificate; you will assist with reading, writing, and math instruction