Teacher Aide

Ricardo ISD; Ricardo (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ricardo ISD is seeking an Elementary Classroom Aide to provide instructional support under a certified teacher. You will assist with preparing materials, supervise students, and help maintain an organized classroom environment.

The role involves working with individual students or small groups, assisting with testing, and helping substitute teachers as needed. Prior experience with children is preferred and ESSA guidelines may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree or two years of college coursework.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a 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.
• Supervise students throughout the school day, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duties.
• Inform teacher of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development training and faculty meetings.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Skills

Reading support

Writing support

Math support

Communication

Working with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or 2 years of college

Texas Educational Aide certificate

Tools

Office equipment

Computer and peripherals

Job description

Auxiliary - Position - Classroom Aide - Elementary

Job Number 0000765508

Start Date

Open Date 09/18/2026

Closing Date

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*
• 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

1. Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
2. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
3. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
4. Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
5. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
6. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
7. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

1. Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
2. Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

1. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
2. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
3. 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.