Paraprofessional SPED SLC - Smith ES

SMITH ELEMENTARY; Princeton (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith Elementary in Princeton, Texas, seeks a Classroom Instructional Aide to support teachers and students under direct supervision. The role focuses on instructional and behavioral support in a SPED context within Princeton ISD.

The aide assists with materials, scoring, and records, and helps supervise students during the day, including lunch, bus, and outdoor activities as needed. This is a full-time, site-based position.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Experience working with children; communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of the 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.
• 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.
• Cover classes for teacher absences when substitutes are not available.

Skills

Reading instruction

Mathematics instruction

Communication

Working with children

Classroom support

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or two years of college

Tools

Computer basics

Job description

Paraprofessional SPED SLC - Smith ES

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Job Details

Job ID: 5915964

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: Classroom Instructional Aide

Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned

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:

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

Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• 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.
• 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.
• Cover classes for teacher absences when substitutesare not available.

Student Management

• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Make teacher aware 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.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

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

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

*Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jackie Hendricks
• 804 Mabel Ave
• Princeton, Texas 75407
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]