INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE

Connally Independent School District; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Connally Independent School District in Waco, Texas, seeks an Instructional Aide to support teachers and students at Connally Elementary School. This full-time role begins with a beginning salary of 13.34/hr and works under supervision of a certified teacher.

Responsibilities include preparing instructional materials, assisting with testing, managing classroom activities, supervising students in lunchroom, bus, and playground, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate required.
• Ability to work well with children and communicate effectively.
• Some experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• 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 keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom (lunchroom, bus, playground).
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Alternative methods of performing duties.

Skills

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Connally Independent School District Connally Elementary School - Waco, Texas. Open in Google Maps.

INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE

Connally Independent School District Connally Elementary School - Waco, Texas. Open in Google Maps.

This job is also posted in ESC Region 12

Job Details

Job ID: 5949989

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 3:17 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Beginning Salary: 13.34/hr

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

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

• Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

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 keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Alternative methods of performing duties.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equipment Used

Copier, personal computer, and audiovisual equipment.

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. I understand my position is funded by Title I Part A funds and any change is this status will require me to fill out a new job description.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

• Instructional Support > Individual Aide
• Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Contact Information

• Keith Hannah , Chief Executive Human Resource Officer
• 200 Cadet Way
• Waco, Texas 76705
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]