Instructional Aide

Young World Physical Education

McAllen (TX)

On-site

USD 17,908 - 22,041

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Responsive Education Solutions in McAllen, TX seeks an Instructional Aide to support teachers, monitor the learning center, and help advance student progress. Immediate start and full-time hourly position.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 6+ months of school-related experience preferred, and the ability to assist with curriculum software and classroom activities. Travel as needed and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

Must be a high school graduate or hold a GED certificate.
Experience working with students or parents; 6+ months in education-related settings preferred.
High school student 18+ with required coursework for three or more credits as per district requirements.
Ability to learn and implement teaching curriculum software and instruct students.

Responsibilities

Assist Teacher or Coordinator in all areas of work.
Implement instructional program and lesson plans under supervision.
Assist with understanding assessments.
Assist teachers in checking daily goals to ensure work is completed.
Motivate students for maximum learning.
Participate in faculty meetings, conferences, and teacher training.
Inspire students with consistency, care, and interest to build self-esteem.
Praise students and encourage them to build character.
Facilitate activities promoting speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Passion for children

Ability to work with children

Basic knowledge of education laws

Computer literate

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Curriculum software familiarity

Follow instructions

Verbal and written communication

Manage multiple priorities

Build working relationships

Ability to travel

Job description

Instructional Aide

Job Details

Job ID: 5841335

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Summary: Assist teachers with monitoring of the learning center and facilitating students’ learning progress.

Qualifications

Must be a high school graduate or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
Have experience working with students or parents as approved by the employing superintendent
- Experience may be work in church related schools, day camps, youth groups, private schools, licensed day-care centers, or similar experience;
or
Be a high school student 18 years of age or older; and
Have a final grade of 70 or better in two or more education and training courses specified in Chapter 130, Subchapter E for three or more credits verified in writing by the superintendent of the district where the credits were earned. The education and training courses must include either:
- Instructional Practices, as described in §130.164 or
- Practicum in Education and Training, as described in §130.165

Experience

6+ months of experience working for Public or Private School. (preferred)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Passion for children.
Ability and patience to work interactively with children.
Basic knowledge of federal and state education laws.
Computer literate.
Strong organizational, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Able to learn and implement teaching curriculum software programs and instruct students on utilization.
Able to follow verbal and written instructions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to travel as necessary.

Responsibilities and Duties

Assist Teacher or Coordinator in all areas of work.
Implement instructional program and lesson plans under the supervision of Coordinator or Teacher.
Assist with understanding assessments.
Assist teachers in checking daily goals to ensure work is being completed.
Motivate students for maximum learning.
Participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
Inspire students with consistency, care, and interest to build students’ self-esteem, and promote further success.
Praise students, compliment them and encourage them in order to build character.
Be able to facilitate activities that promote speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English.
Perform special projects, during and after normal business hours, and other duties as assigned.
All other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Equipment Used

All equipment required to perform jobs duties and task previously described.

Physical / Environmental Factors

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responsive Education Solutions considers applicants for all positions without regards to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital status, veteran or military status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. ResponsiveEd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Type: Full-Time Hourly

Salary: $13 to $16 207 – CSP GRANT

Equal Opportunity Employer

ResponsiveEd is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, ResponsiveEd prohibits retaliation against any employee who makes a claim alleging to have experienced discrimination, or any employee who, in good faith, makes a report, serves as a witness, or otherwise participates in an investigation.

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