Teacher Assistant, BAC

Midland-Independent-School-District; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Midland Independent School District is seeking a dedicated Teacher Assistant, BAC, to aid in the care and instruction of students at Ben Milam International Academy in Midland, TX. The role supports classroom teachers within Special Services and follows district calendars.

Requirements include a TEA Educational Aide Certificate or eligibility, plus a high school diploma or GED. Experience with special education students is preferred; strong people skills and teamwork are essential for success in

Qualifications

• Possess, or be willing to apply for, a TEA Educational Aide Certificate.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; educational achievement or coursework in child development preferred.
• Educational Aide certificate as established by the State Board for Educator Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the classroom teacher in the care and instruction of students.
• Prepare materials and displays as directed by the supervisor.
• Support student discipline and safety in the classroom and during activities.
• Assist with feeding, toileting, and other self-help tasks as needed.

Skills

People skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Educational Aide Certificate (Texas)

Job description

Teacher Assistant, BAC

MIDLAND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Ben Milam International Academy - Midland, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Midland Independent School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5895944

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 20, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Teacher Assistant, BAC

EXEMPT STATUS: Non-Exempt

NUMBER OF DAYS:According to district approved calendar

DEPARTMENT:Assigned Campus, Special Services

REPORTS TO: Principal, Supervising Teacher, and Special Services Supervisor

SUPERVISES: None

• High School Diploma or GED and/or 30 semester hours of accredited college or university
• Educational Aide Certificate from state of Texas

• Some experience working with special education children

POSITION FUNCTION/PURPOSE

To assist the classroom teacher in the care and instruction of the students in the classroom.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follow the directions of the supervisor
• Preparing materials and displays as directed
• Demonstrating acceptable written and verbal skills
• Working in a cooperative manner with both teacher and students
• Assisting the teacher in maintaining student discipline
• Assisting the teacher in assuming responsibility for the care and safety of students
• Assisting the teacher in assuming responsibility for the care of equipment and teaching materials
• Changing diapers for students
• Toileting students
• Feeding or assisting with feeding students
• Assisting with lifting students
• Assisting students with other self-help skills
• Blending foods
• Cooking foods
• Assisting with loading and unloading students
• All other duties as assigned by the supervisor

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• 1. Possess, or be willing to apply for, a TEA Educational Aide Certificate (personal expense)
• 2. Educational Aide certificate as established by the State Board for Educator Certification.
• The applicant for the educational aide certificate shall
• 1. hold a high school diploma, the equivalent of a high school diploma, or higher;
• 2. have satisfied one of the following requirements:
• a. has three creditable years of experience, as defined in Chapter 153, Subchapter CC, of this title (relating to Commissioner's Rules on Creditable Years of Service), as either an educational aide I or II;
• b. has completed 30 semester credit hours of college credit with some emphasis on child growth and development or related subject areas;
• 3. and have experience working with students and parents as approved by the employing superintendent.
• 3. Good people skills
• 4. Ability to work well with children and all students

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standing
• Heavy lifting (45 lbs. or over)
• Pushing
• Repeated bending
• Walking
• Regular attendance required

EQUIPMENT USED

• Copier
• Audio visual equipment
• Laminator
• Typewriter
• In some cases: Wheel chairs, lifts, crutches, blender, stove and medical equipment

Revised 11/01/2023

All MISD employees are expected to maintain an extreme degree of confidentiality by following the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) for student information and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) for employee and student information. Midland Independent School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• ADMINISTRATION
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