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

Spring Branch ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Spring Branch Independent School District is seeking a Teacher Assistant for Pre-K (Bilingual) to support a developmental program for four-year-olds. You will assist the teacher with instruction, manage small groups, and help create a welcoming classroom environment.

The role requires bilingual abilities (English/Spanish), basic certification, and the ability to engage young children through a variety of activities, indoors and outdoors, while maintaining daily routines and communicating with

Qualifications

• Requires minimum 48 college hours or a high school diploma/equivalent plus passing a District Assessment.
• Educational Aide Certification required.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in implementing a developmentally appropriate pre-kindergarten program.
• Provide instruction to individuals and small groups under teacher direction.
• Maintain classroom safety and daily schedule.
• Communicate with parents.

Job description

Spring Branch Independent School District

Teacher Assistant – Pre‑Kindergarten (Bilingual)

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: Responsible for assisting the teacher in the implementation of a developmentally appropriate pre‑kindergarten program that meets the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual needs of four‑year‑old children. This person is an integral part of the instructional program under the direction of the teacher.

Qualifications / Skills

• Minimum of 48 college hours or a high school diploma/equivalent plus passing a District Assessment.
• Educational Aide Certification.
• Ability to work with young children.
• Ability to perform indoor and outdoor activities.
• Ability to perform activities that involve a variety of media (paint, paper, clay, glue, etc.) or activities that may be physically active.
• Ability to work and communicate with adults and children effectively.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (verbal and written).

Instructional Support

• Work under the direction of the teacher to provide appropriate instruction to individuals and small groups.
• Assist in maintaining a safe environment conducive to learning.
• Maintain classroom management and implement daily schedule.
• Assist in communicating with parents.

Student Management

• Assist with escorting children in transition from one area to another (within the room and within the school).
• Help children to feel comfortable in the school environment.
• Facilitate transportation of children to and from school on a daily basis.

Other

• Assist in record keeping, clerical duties and the preparation of materials.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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.

EEO Statement

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.