Instructional Aide

Kaufman Independent School District; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaufman ISD is seeking an instructional support professional to manage the district print shop and operate high‑volume copiers and poster makers. The role ensures timely production and delivery of printed materials for schools and departments.

Responsibilities include preparing jobs, maintaining equipment, coordinating requests, and collaborating with staff and students. Strong attention to detail and PC proficiency are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently, problem‑solve, and multi‑task.
• Effective communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate large‑volume printers and poster makers.
• Ability to use personal computer.
• High attention to detail / quality control.
• Ability to work well with staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meeting deadlines of printing requests and deliver materials to school sites.
• Maintain and operate copy machines and related equipment.
• Operate a wide variety of print shop equipment (copiers, staplers, binding, cutting) to complete requests.
• Prepare jobs (printing, collating, cutting, stapling, binding, packaging) for distribution.
• Prioritize workload to maximize efficiency.
• Schedule duplicating requests to meet completion dates.
• Maintain neat and safe work area and care for equipment.
• Assist with inventory and maintenance of print shop supplies.
• Attend training for equipment usage and processes.
• Order print shop supplies and distribute to campuses.

Skills

Follow instructions

Independent work

Communication skills

Operate print equipment

PC proficiency

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Copiers

Large printers

Poster makers

Thermal/spiral bindings

Paper cutting

Job description

Position Information

Position Type: Support Staff/ Instructional Aide

Date Posted: 7/15/2026

Primary Purpose

Facilitate the operations of the Kaufman ISD print shop. Operate one or more types of duplicating machines and poster makers. Work under general supervision to provide printing needs for the district.

Qualifications

Education / Certification: High school diploma or GED

Special Knowledge / Skills:

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to work independently, problem‑solve, and multi‑task
• Effective communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to operate large‑volume printers and poster makers
• Ability to use personal computer
• High attention to detail / quality control
• Ability to work well with staff and students

Experience: Some experience working in a school setting

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Support

• Assist in meeting the deadlines of printing requests to ensure prompt response and delivery of printed materials to school sites and administrative departments.
• Maintain speed copying machines, equipment, tools, supplies and work area to ensure a safe work environment and availability of equipment and supplies required to complete work requests.
• Operate a wide variety of print shop equipment (e.g., copiers, staplers, thermal binding, spiral binding, large paper cutting machine, etc.) to complete printing requests from district personnel.
• Prepare jobs according to requested requirements (e.g., printing, collating, cutting, stapling, binding, packaging) for packaging jobs for distribution to school site or administrative department.
• Prioritize the department workload to maximize efficiency.
• Schedule requests for duplicating services received from school site staff (e.g., bulletins, newsletters, booklets, and special requests) to ensure availability of completed materials by requested completion date.
• Maintain neat and orderly work area.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of print shop equipment.
• Attend training related to equipment used in the print shop.
• Order print shop supplies and provide copies to paper to all Kaufman ISD campuses as necessary.

Other Duties

• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Prepare files for print production; check fonts, links, and colors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Communication

• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with administration and teachers.
• Work as a leader and member of a team through cooperation and collaboration.
• Maintain professional relationships with colleagues, learners, and community.
• Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equipment Used

Copier, personal computer, and other equipment.

Working Conditions

Maintain emotional control under stress. Significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; moderate standing, stooping, bending, and repetitive hand motions.