Physical Education Instructional Assistant 2026-2027

Young World Physical Education; La Joya (TX); On-site; USD 16,854 - 24,005; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for a full-time Physical Education Instructional Assistant for the upcoming school year in La Joya, Texas. The successful candidate will have at least a high school diploma or GED and 48 college hours of postsecondary education. Responsibilities include supervising student activities, assisting the physical education teacher, and maintaining student discipline. The starting salary is $14.83 per hour, with a focus on effective communication and relationship-building with students and staff.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate, or GED, and 48 college hours.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and staff.
• Good decision-making and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Help with inventory and maintenance of equipment.
• Supervise small group activities in the gym.
• Assist students who are injured or feeling ill.
• Keep the teacher informed of students' needs.
• Participate in staff development training.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to work well with children

Sound decision-making procedures

Establish good working relationships

Education

High School Graduate or GED

48 college hours (2 years postsecondary)

Job description

Physical Education Instructional Assistant 2026-2027

La Joya Independent School District Assigned Campus - La Joya, Texas. Open in Google Maps

Job ID: 5449427

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: May 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: Physical Education Assistant

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Campus Principal

Starting Salary: Instructional Support Pay Plan

Pay Grade: 48 college hours – Grade 2; Associate’s Degree – Grade 4; Bachelor’s Degree – Grade 5

Position Type: Full-Time

Working Days: 187 Days

Salary: $14.83 Per Hour

Qualifications

• High School Graduate, or GED, and (48 college hours) 2 years postsecondary education.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work well with children.
• Apply sound decision-making procedures.
• Establish good working relationships with physical education teachers and staff.
• Initiate responsibility on designated instructional assignments to students.

Responsibilities

• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Supervise small group activities in the gymnasium as directed by the physical education teachers in charge.
• Accompany any student that is hurt or feeling ill during physical education activities to the school nurse’s office.
• Keep the physical education teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Assist in maintaining discipline among students.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Help the physical education teacher keep administrative records and prepare reports.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands: Reading; ability to communicate effectively (verbally and written), maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors: Moderate standing, stooping, bending, lifting; work outside and inside; exposure to hot and cold temperatures; exposure to dust.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.