Teacher Aide (1:1), Probationary - High School

Yorktown Central School Dist; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 23,102 - 31,188; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Midland, Texas is seeking a Teacher Aide for a 1:1 support role at the high school level. The role involves assisting certified staff with student supervision and academic activities, documenting performance, and supporting behavior management. Candidates must hold a high school diploma and have experience with children. Additional qualifications include attending required workshops and obtaining approval from the Civil Service. This position offers a starting wage of $16.77 to $22.64 per hour, varying by experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children required.
• Completion of State Workshops on Child Abuse and School Safety required.
• Approval by Civil Services necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist and guide students to reinforce academic skills.
• Support professional staff with classroom management and administrative tasks.
• Document student learning and performance.

Skills

Ability to carry out instructions

Basic arithmetic operations

Personal computer skills

Ability to work with diverse groups

Effective communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Job Title

Teacher Aide (1:1), Probationary - High School

• Position Type: Support Staff/ Teacher Aide
• Date Posted: 4/21/2026
• Location: High School
• Date Available: Immediate Vacancy

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of a certified staff member, the Teacher Aide assists certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, frees certified employees from non-professional duties such as supervising lunch, recess, proctoring exams, and assisting with equipment. The Teacher Aide also assists with clerical duties, health‑related activities, behavior management, records management, and student supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience working with children.
• Completion of required State Workshops on Child Abuse, School Safety and Dignity for All Students ($0‑50 per workshop).
• Approval by the Westchester Department of Civil Services ($40 fee).

Primary Activities

• Assist and guide students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
• Assist professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.
• Assist with record‑keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assist with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and keep students on task.
• Assist students in non‑instructional areas such as supervising student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non‑instructional areas.
• Accompany students on field trips for supervision.
• Construct, copy, distribute and use educational materials as needed.
• Assist teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement.
• Assist students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living to maximize participation in school or learning activities.
• Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing proper assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.

Additional Duties

• Assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration as needed.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• Ability to understand, apply, and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding students, employees, and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Salary Range

Minimum Starting Range: $16.77 - $22.64 per hour. Salary Range: $17.27 - $29.60 per hour (2025/2026).