General Classroom Aide

Nacogdoches Independent School District; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Nacogdoches Independent School District is seeking a Classroom Instructional Aide to support teachers at Margie Chumbley Academy for Success in Nacogdoches, Texas. This full-time position assists with classroom preparation, materials, and student supervision under the guidance of certified staff.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, a Texas educational aide certificate, and experience working with children.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate required.
• Highly-Qualified Aide Status required.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Administer and score objective tests or assignments.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Support substitute teachers with orientation.
• Monitor student behavior and supervise during lunch, bus, and playground.
• Provide first aid as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or classroom teacher.

Skills

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

Reading, writing and math knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Highly-Qualified Aide Status

Tools

DVD players

Computers

CD players

Online resources

Job description

General Classroom Aide

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Job Details

Job ID: 5955096

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 08, 2026 7:07 PM (UTC)

Job Title: Classroom Instructional Aide

Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned

Pay Grade: Clerical PG1, $16,141-$25,281

Dept./School: Campus Assigned

Date: May 2018

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under supervision of a certified teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Highly-Qualified Aide Status

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

Demonstrates knowledge of reading, writing and math

Experience:

Some experience working with children

Instructional Support

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher maintain administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Ensures specific materials and supplies are ready for classroom use.

Student Management

• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Monitors student behavior (e.g., during bus loading, on the playground, in the cafeteria and hallways, and when a teacher is absent from classroom); disciplines students as necessary.

Other

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Principal/classroom teacher
• Provides first aid as necessary.
• Cleans classrooms or eating areas.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equipment Used

Operates classroom equipment such as DVD players, computers, CD players, online resources.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Michael Martin , Deputy Superintendent
• 4632 NE Stallings Drive
• Nacogdoches, Texas 75965
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]