Pre-K Classroom Assistant — Supportive Teaching & Care

LONG ELEM; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Midland Independent School District Long Elementary in Midland, Texas seeks a 2026-2027 Teacher Assistant for Pre-Kindergarten to support classroom instruction and student care. You will work under the supervision of the lead teacher and help with daily activities, classroom routines, and basic learning stations.

Starting date is immediate. The role requires a TEA Educational Aide Certificate or eligibility, a high school diploma or GED, and experience with children.

Qualifications

• Must possess, or be willing to apply for, TEA Educational Aide Certificate.
• Educational Aide certificate as established by the State Board for Educator Certification.
• Applicant must hold a high school diploma or higher and meet state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Follow the directions of the supervisor
• Prepare materials and displays as directed
• Demonstrate acceptable written and verbal skills
• Conduct small group and large group activities
• Work cooperatively with both teacher and students
• Assist the teacher in maintaining student discipline
• Assist the teacher in assuming responsibility for the care and safety of students
• Assist the teacher in assuming responsibility for the care of equipment and teaching materials
• Changing diapers and assisting with restroom needs
• Toileting students
• Feeding or assisting with feeding students as needed
• Assisting with lifting students
• Assisting students with other self-help skills
• All other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Skills

Good people skills

Attend professional development

Ability to work well with all students

Ability to work well with children

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Educational Aide Certificate (Texas)

TEA Educational Aide Certificate

Job description

Midland Independent School District Long Elementary in Midland, Texas seeks a 2026-2027 Teacher Assistant for Pre-Kindergarten to support classroom instruction and student care. You will work under the supervision of the lead teacher and help with daily activities, classroom routines, and basic learning stations.

Starting date is immediate. The role requires a TEA Educational Aide Certificate or eligibility, a high school diploma or GED, and experience with children.