SPED Instructional Paraprofessional

Applitrack; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking an instructional aide to support teachers at 122 BROOKHOLLOW ELEMENTARY. You will assist with reading, writing, and math, prepare materials, and help manage classroom activities under supervision.

Requirements include an Associate's degree or higher education credits and a valid Texas educational aide certificate. Prior experience with children is preferred, with duties spanning supervision and record-keeping.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent with No Child Left Behind assessment required.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Experience or ability to assist in reading, writing, and math instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a certified teacher.
• Prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective tests.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom and manage equipment.
• Keep administrative records and assist substitute teachers.
• Supervise students during lunch, bus, and playtime.

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Mathematics instruction

Communication skills

Child interaction

Education

Associate's degree

Two years of higher education

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

• Date Posted:
  8/31/2026
• Location:
  122 BROOKHOLLOW ELEMENTARY

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:
Associate's degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the No Child Left Behind Act
Valid Texas educational aide certificate

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.

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.

Customer Care Skills

• Provide professional communication with students, parents, community members, staff, and other professionals at all times.
• Use proper phone etiquette at all times, speaking slowly and clearly. Take reliable messages, and route to the appropriate staff.
• Ensure superior customer care skills are used via eye contact, facial expressions, voice inflections, body language, and an attitude of "going the extra mile" for others.
• Ensure all requests for information are dealt with in an appropriate timeframe.
• Create and maintain a welcoming, service-oriented environment toward all internal and external customers.

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

Additional Job Information:

Applying for this posting places your name in a pool of applicants who wish to be considered for this position. All applications will be reviewed. Not all applicants will be interviewed.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required

FMLA regulations require all employers to post the updated FMLA notice.

LISD reserves the right to not fill positions if it is determined by the Superintendent to not be in the best interest of the district.