ParaProfessional - Special Education/Bus Monitor

Premont ISD; Premont (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Texas seeks a Classroom Instructional Paraprofessional/Special Education Aide/Bus Monitor to assist students under a certified teacher's supervision. Responsibilities include helping students with disabilities, preparing classroom activities, and ensuring safe transportation. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, valid Texas commercial driver's license, and demonstrate skills in instruction and behavior management. This role offers the opportunity to make a difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional assistance to students under a certified teacher.
• Help meet needs of students with disabilities.
• Assist in preparing and managing classroom activities.

Skills

Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to manage student behavior

Ability to communicate effectively with others

Education

High school diploma or GED

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and/or School Bus (S) endorsements

Job description

Premont ISD

429 SW 4th Street

Premont , TX 78375

Auxiliary - Position - Classroom Aide - Elementary

Job Number 0000763767

Start Date

Open Date 01/27/2026

Closing Date

Job Title: Classroom Instructional Paraprofessional/Special Education Aide/ Bus Monitor

Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned

Primary Purpose:

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher.

Help meet physical and instructional needs of students with disabilities in self-contained units and regular classrooms. Assist in implementation of classroom programs, including self-help, behavior management, and instruction programs.

Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

Operate school vehicles and related equipment to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons on assigned route(s) to and from other designated locations.

Ride buses and help driver ensure safe and orderly transportation of students.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and/or School Bus (S) endorsements

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Must be 18 years of age

Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to manage student behavior

Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to use maps and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to follow routes and locate addresses

Ability to communicate effectively with others