Teacher Assistant (Grades: Pre-K)- EOY

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Independent School District in Dallas, TX is seeking a proactive Teacher Assistant for Pre-K as part of the RTP20260923-006 posting. You will support a classroom teacher with instructional materials, displays, and small-group activities, while helping students stay engaged and safe throughout the day.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, Texas educational aide certification, and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Accredited high school diploma or USA-equivalent; associate degree or 48 college credits or assessment.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Six months of related work experience or training preferred.
• Knowledge of child growth and behavior basics.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration 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.
• Conduct instructional exercises with individuals or small groups.
• Supervise students during lunch, bus and playground activities.
• Inform teacher of special needs or problems of students.
• Participate in staff development and faculty events.
• Assist in maintaining student records, attendance, and files.
• Attend worksite regularly and perform all duties as assigned.

Skills

Child growth & development

Cultural awareness

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree or 48 college credits

Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Job description

Job Description - Teacher Assistant (Grades: Pre-K)- EOY (RTP20260923-006)

Job Description

Teacher Assistant (Grades: Pre-K)- EOY - ( RTP20260923-006 )

Description

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration 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.
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Assist in maintaining student records, attendance, and files.
• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.

Qualifications

• Accredited High School Diploma or equivalent (U.S.A. equivalency); Associate Degree or 48 College credit hours or pass an academic assessment; and Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Six months of knowledge and skills acquired through work experience or successful completion of a specific training program for teacher assistants is preferred.
• Demonstrated general knowledge of child growth/development and behavior characteristics.
• Demonstrated ability to work with people from various backgrounds.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment.
• Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world.
• Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession.