Teacher Assistant, Paraprofessional +, ECSE (2026-2027 School Year) (10122)

Young World Physical Education; Bastrop (TX); On-site; USD 30,117 - 42,895; Full time

Job summary

Bastrop Independent School District, Adelton Elementary School, Bastrop, Texas, is seeking a Teacher Assistant, Paraprofessional +, ECSE for the 2026-2027 school year. This full-time position provides instructional assistance and helps manage classroom activities under the supervision of a certified teacher.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 30–59 college credits preferred, a Texas educational aide certificate, and some experience with children. Salary is $26.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• 30 to 59 college credit hours preferred.
• Some experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher.
• Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.
• Provide instructional support to individual students or small groups as directed by the teacher.
• Help teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teachers keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Supervise students throughout the day, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

Skills

Experience with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree

Two years of college study

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Teacher Assistant, Paraprofessional +, ECSE (2026-2027 School Year) (10122)

Bastrop Independent School District, Adelton Elementary School, Bastrop, Texas

Job Details

• Job ID: 5825932
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined
• Pay Grade: P2 +
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Date Revised: September 2024
• Supervisor: Assigned Principal
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Salary: $26.50 to $26.50 per hour

Job Description

Basic Functions & Responsibilities

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• 30 to 59 college credit hours preferred.
• Some experience working with children.

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work well with children.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.

Characteristic Duties & Responsibilities

The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

Instructional Support

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teachers keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Professional Effectiveness

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Follow district policies and procedures pertaining to the job assignment.

Supervision Exercised

None.

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.
• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent walking.
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment (up to 45 pounds).
• Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise.
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Lisa Maresh, SPS Coordinator, Special Programs and Services.
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]