Teacher Assistant - Kindergarten - School Year 2026-2027 (Anticipated Vacancies)

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Branch Independent School District is seeking a Teacher Assistant to support teachers in implementing instructional programs and maintaining organized materials.

The role involves working with students individually or in small groups, assisting with testing, and helping with classroom management and parent communication. Strong English skills and certification are valued, with daily in-person collaboration in school settings.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 48 college hours or high school diploma/equivalent plus pass a District Assessment.
• Educational Aide Certification.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to Texas Education Agency and district policies and procedures.
• Assist in implementing the instructional program.
• Prepare and organize instructional materials and equipment.
• Assist in proper classroom management and implement daily schedule.
• Assist in record keeping and clerical duties.
• Assist teachers in the computer lab.
• Assist in communicating with parents.
• Work with students individually or in small groups to reinforce skills and concepts.
• Assist with testing of students for program purposes.
• Perform related duties (lunchroom supervision, bus duty, etc.) as required.

Skills

Ability to work with children

Communication with children and adults

Technology proficiency

English fluency (written and spoken)

Education

Minimum 48 college hours or high school diploma/equivalent + district assessment

Educational Aide Certification

Job description

Spring Branch Independent School District

Job Description

Teacher Assistant

Job Title: Teacher Assistant

Reports To: Building Principal

Classification: Paraprofessional (Clerical/Teacher Assistant)

Wage/Hour Status: Non‑exempt

Days: 188

Salary: See Compensation Plan for Paraprofessional/Administrative Support Staff, Pay Grade 202

Contract: None

Date Revised: 11/15/2023

Primary Purpose

Assist the teacher(s) in the implementation of programs.

Qualifications / Education / Certification

• Minimum of 48 college hours or high school diploma/equivalent plus pass a District Assessment.
• Educational Aide Certification.

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Ability to work with children.
• Ability to work and communicate with children and adults.
• Ability to work with technology.
• Fluent in English (speaking and writing).

Instructional Support

• Adhere to Texas Education Agency and district policies and procedures.
• Assist in implementing the instructional program.
• Prepare and organize instructional materials and equipment.
• Assist in proper classroom management and implement daily schedule.
• Assist in record keeping and clerical duties.
• Assist teachers in the computer lab.
• Assist in communicating with parents.

Student Management

• Work with students individually or in small groups to reinforce skills and concepts.
• Assist with testing of students for program purposes.

Other Duties

• Perform related duties (lunchroom supervision, bus duty, etc.) as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Equipment Used

Computer and various office equipment.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• This position requires regular in‑person interaction with the public.

Physical Demands

• Repetitive hand motions.
• Prolonged use of the computer.
• Frequent sitting, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling.
• Moving small stacks of textbooks, boxes, equipment and other campus equipment.

Spring Branch Independent School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status or disability.