Teaching Assistant: Classroom Support & Student Success

Amarillo ISD; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Amarillo ISD is seeking an Education Support Aide to assist teachers in maintaining engaging instruction and activities for students. The role involves working with individuals or small groups under teacher direction and supporting classroom operations.

The position requires a high school diploma, an active Texas Educational Aide Certificate, and the ability to manage groups, communicate clearly, and follow directions. Applicants will support safety protocols and participate in staff activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associates degree or 48 college credit hours preferred.
• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate is required.
• Ability to work effectively with students, parents and school personnel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Physical ability to stand, lift up to 40 pounds, and perform routine classroom tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide instructional support to students under teacher supervision.
• Assist with supervision during regular play periods and transitions.
• Help prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administrative tasks and scoring of assignments.
• Maintain neat, orderly classrooms and inventories of supplies.
• Support substitutes with orientation and classroom setup.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Group management

Judgment

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Associates or 48 college credit hours

Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Tools

Computer

Copy machine

Job description

Amarillo ISD is seeking an Education Support Aide to assist teachers in maintaining engaging instruction and activities for students. The role involves working with individuals or small groups under teacher direction and supporting classroom operations.

The position requires a high school diploma, an active Texas Educational Aide Certificate, and the ability to manage groups, communicate clearly, and follow directions. Applicants will support safety protocols and participate in staff activities.