General Education Instructional Assistant – Student Support

Mcallen-Independent-School-District; North Depot Road Colonia (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

McAllen Independent School District invites applications for an Instructional Assistant at Fields Elementary School in McAllen, TX. The role supports students in a general education setting, assisting teachers and ensuring a well-organized, supportive environment to maximize learning opportunities.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, 48 college hours/associate degree, and paraprofessional certification preferred or required upon employment.

Qualifications

• Education: HS diploma or equivalent; associate degree or 48 college hours; paraprofessional certification preferred or required upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource to principals and teachers in program implementation.
• Be aware of instructional delivery strategies for struggling students.
• Assist individuals or small groups in completing assignments in an inclusive setting.
• Work with students on reinforcement tasks with the classroom teacher.
• Maintain a classroom environment with high expectations and student success.
• Collect and organize reports required by the District.
• Cooperate with teachers, aides, administrators to provide instructional support.
• Coordinate instructional activities with teachers (reading tests, remediation).
• Assist in parent contacts as appropriate on academic issues.
• Direct social/emotional issues to pupil services personnel.
• Direct students to appropriate support staff for further help.
• Assist in clerical duties and follow district customer service standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong interpersonal skills

Reading and writing clearly

Basic computer skills

Ability to work with at-risk students

Organized and proactive

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 48 college hours

Paraprofessional Certification, preferred (required upon employment)

Job description

McAllen Independent School District invites applications for an Instructional Assistant at Fields Elementary School in McAllen, TX. The role supports students in a general education setting, assisting teachers and ensuring a well-organized, supportive environment to maximize learning opportunities.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, 48 college hours/associate degree, and paraprofessional certification preferred or required upon employment.