Pre-Kindergarten Aide

Union Park Elementary; Little Elm (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Union Park Elementary in Little Elm, TX is hiring a Pre-Kindergarten Aide to work under the supervision of a certified teacher. You will support daily routines, help with instructional materials, and assist with student records and classroom activities.

Responsibilities include supervising students, assisting with tests, and supporting substitute teachers as needed. Requires education options listed and an active Texas Paraprofessional certificate or ability to obtain one.

Qualifications

• Needs to be a high school graduate or GED with ability to pass paraprofessional assessment; or 48 college hours; or an associate degree or higher.
• Current Texas Educational Aide certificate, or able to obtain upon hire.
• Experience with children preferred; ages 3–5 beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Support administration and scoring of tests and assignments.
• Maintain a neat, engaging classroom environment and manage instructional materials.

Skills

Child interaction

Org. skills

Communication

Education

High school or GED

48 college hours

Associate degree or higher

Job description

Denton Independent School District Union Park Elementary - Little Elm, Texas Open in Google Maps

Pre-Kindergarten Aide

Denton Independent School District Union Park Elementary - Little Elm, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Denton ISD - Online Application

Job Details

Job ID: 5905113
Application Deadline: Sep 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Aug 27, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 4, 2026

Minimum Hourly Rate: $15.55

Job Description

Reports to: Campus Principal and Assigned Teacher(s)

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Pay Family: Clerical/Paraprofessional

PC Assignment: Aide, PK

Pay Grade: 01

PC Assignment Code: 71012

Insight: Support

Duty Days: 187 days per school year

Primary Purpose

Assist the teacher in implementing classroom activities and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment for preschool students. Under the supervision of a certified teacher, support daily routines, documentation, and communication to ensure compliance with district standards.

Qualifications

Education

Must meet one of the following requirements

• High school graduate or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate, and the ability to pass a locally approved paraprofessional academic assessment; or
• Completion of 48 semester hours of college credit; or
• Associate degree or higher

Certification

• Current Texas Educational Aide certificate issued by the State Board for Educator Certification, or ability to obtain upon hire

Experience

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Experience working with children, preferably in a childcare, preschool, or early learning environment

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to work effectively and patiently with young children in both individual and group settings
• Proficient organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Support

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Support the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or student assignments.
• Help maintain a neat, orderly, and engaging classroom environment.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of instructional materials and equipment.
• Support teacher in maintaining administrative records and preparing required reports.
• Provide instructional and classroom support to multiple teachers or students as assigned, which may include rotating between classrooms.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Conduct instructional activities the teacher assigns, working with individual students or small groups.
• Supervise students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom (e.g., lunchroom, bus, and playground duty).
• Communicate student needs or concerns to the teacher promptly and appropriately.
• Assist students with personal care needs (e.g., toileting, feeding, hygiene).

Additional Responsibilities

• Adhere to all district policies, procedures, and expectations as outlined in the employee handbook and administrative regulations.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Participate in professional development, faculty/department meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Perform additional duties assigned to support the mission and goals of the campus and district.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools and 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

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]