Instructional Partner/Educational Aide

Burnet-Consolidated-Isd; Bertram (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnet CISD is seeking an Instructional Partner to provide classroom support under the supervision of a certified teacher. The role includes preparing instructional materials, assisting with testing, and helping manage student activities and behavior.

You will work with students individually or in small groups, support clerical tasks, and help maintain a positive learning environment. A formal aide certificate or equivalent is required in Texas.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or two years of college, or meet No Child Left Behind Act requirements.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate (or obtained within 30 days of hire)

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist teacher with administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist with supervision of students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom (lunchroom, bus, hallways, auditorium, gyms).
• Inform teachers and administration of special needs or problems for individual students.
• Assist and oversee student academics and behavior management during disciplinary sessions.
• Participate in staff development, faculty meetings, and special events.
• Assist with clerical needs with other staff as needed.
• Maintain punctuality and regular attendance.
• Maintain confidentiality of all student information.
• Maintain positive relations with students and parents.

Skills

Instructional support

Effective communication

Classroom behavior management

Interpersonal skills

Follow oral & written instructions

Education

Associate's degree

Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Databases

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Burnet CISD

• Position Type:
  Support Staff/ Instructional Partner
• Date Posted:
  10/29/2026

This position is posted for the 2026-2027school year.
Primary Purpose:
Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Associate's degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the No Child Left Behind Act
Valid Texas educational aide certificate (or obtained within 30 days of hire)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work well and in a positive manner with staff, students, and public
Ability to use computer software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to manage student behavior
Experience:
Prior experience working with children
Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist teacher with administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist with supervision of students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, hallways, auditorium, and gyms.
• Inform teachers and administration of special needs or problems for individual students.
• Assist and oversee student academics and behavior management during disciplinary consequence sessions.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Assist with clerical needs with other staff as needed.
• Maintain consistent punctuality and regular attendance.
• Maintain confidentiality of all student and special education information.
• Maintain positive community relations by establishing positive rapport with students and parents.
• The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping, and sitting on the floor
Motion: Moderate walking
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a discriminating employment practice.

Postings current as of 10/31/2026 11:33:30 PM CST.