Position Type:
Paraprofessional - Campus/Instructional Assistant
Date Posted:
5/27/2026
Location:
Horn High School
Mesquite ISD - Compensation Plans
Instructional Support Compensation Plan
Pay Grade: 1
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Principal
EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
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To assist one or more teachers in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements.
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Work under the supervision of certified teacher.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
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High School Diploma/GED
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Texas Educational Aide Certificate
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
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Ability to work well with children and exhibit effective working relationships with staff and school community
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Ability to communicate effectively.
EXPERIENCE:
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None
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Some experience working with children preferred
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
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Collaborate with the teacher to set up classroom and prepare materials for specialized instructional units.
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Assemble materials for bulletin boards and keep displays current.
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Operate standard school equipment such as laminator, copier, etc.
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Escort children to and from various rooms.
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Assist in small group pupil instruction and tutor students at teacher's request.
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Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes the lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
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Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems concerning individual students.
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Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
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Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
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Help maintain discipline and other non-instructional functions.
- Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
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Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
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Record attendance information and related clerical functions with the teacher.
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Supervise students when teacher is temporarily absent.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
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Reading and comprehending simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
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Writing simple correspondence and effectively presenting information in one-on-one and small group situations.
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Applying common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
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Maintain emotional control under stress.
Physical demands/environmental factors:
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Occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 20 lbs.
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Standing, bending, walking, talking, and hearing.
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Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.
