Teacher Assistant, Bilingual Newcomer (LHS)

Legacy Senior High; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Midland Independent School District's Legacy High School seeks a Teacher Assistant, Bilingual Newcomer to support instructors and students. The role involves aiding lesson preparation, supervising students, and assisting with instructional activities in a bustling high school environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and an Educational Aide Certificate (TX), with bilingual capabilities and an ability to work well with children. Immediate start preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required for Educational Aide Certificate eligibility.
• Educational Aide Certificate required by TX Education rules.
• Bilingual capabilities preferred for assisting newcomers.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in classroom activities and instructional support.
• Prepare instructional materials and displays under supervision.
• Work with individual students or small groups to support learning.
• Assist with testing and scoring when needed.
• Supervise students inside and outside the classroom.

Skills

Bilingual capabilities

Ability to work with children

Knowledge of office equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Educational Aide Certificate (TX)

Job description

Teacher Assistant, Bilingual Newcomer (LHS)

MIDLAND INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Legacy High School - Midland, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5558678
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Feb 27, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

POSITION: Teacher Assistant, Bilingual

EXEMPT STATUS: Non-Exempt

NUMBER OF DAYS: According to district approved calendar

DEPARTMENT: Teaching and Learning

REPORTS TO: Principal and Teachers Assigned

SUPERVISES: None

EDUCATION:

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

EXPERIENCE:

• Some experience working with children

POSITION FUNCTION/PURPOSE:

Assist the teacher in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under the supervision of a certified teacher.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy.

2. Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.

3. Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.

4. Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.

5. Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom.

6. Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students.

7. Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom.

8. Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.

9. Assist the teacher in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports.

10. Participate in in-service training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed.

11. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

12. Demonstrate acceptable written and verbal skills.

13. All other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess, or be willing to apply for, a TEA Educational Aide Certificate (personal expense)
• 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; or

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. Ability to work well with children

4. Knowledge of general office equipment

5. Bilingual capabilities

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

1. Moderate Standing

2. Stooping

3. Bending

4. Lifting

5. Regular attendance required.

EQUIPMENT USED:

1. Typewriter

2. Copy Machine

3. Audiovisual equipment

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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

1. Normal classroom environment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. Additionally, the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager.

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:

Classroom Teacher > Bilingual Education

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Administration
• Phone: [phone]