POSITION TITLE: Aide - Instructional Pre-K
EXEMPTION STATUS: Non Exempt
REPORTS TO: Principal
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10 months;(2026-2027 school year)
HOURLY SALARY RANGE: Minimum $12.00, Midpoint $15.00, Maximum $18.00
Primary Purpose:
Provide instructional support services. Assist the teacher in instruction, preparation, and management of classroom activities. Work under the direct supervision of the teacher(s).
Qualifications:
Education/Certification
Associate Degree, two years of study (48 college hours) at an institute of higher learning, or meet formal academic assessment
Valid Texas educational aide certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills
Ability to assist with classroom instruction
Ability to work well with children
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational, and interpersonal skills
Ability to speak and write Spanish, preferred
Experience:
Experience working with children
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Strategies
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Provide direct instruction to students as assigned by the teacher and work with individual students and small groups.
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Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays, administering and scoring assignments and assessments, preparing records and reports, and maintaining a neat and orderly learning environment.
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Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
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Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers, as needed.
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Assist in conducting parent involvement activities.
Student Management
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Assist with classroom management.
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Supervise students throughout the day, before and after school, inside and outside the classroom, in the cafeteria, in the hallway, at drop-off/pick-up locations, on the bus, on the playground, on field trips, and at other times and locations as assigned.
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Keep the teacher informed of special needs and issues of individual students.
Professional Growth and Development
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Maintain familiarity with district curriculum and initiatives to better serve the needs of students.
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Participate in professional learning activities to improve job-related skills and demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement.
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Attend and participate in staff meetings and special events as assigned.
Communication
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Establish and maintain appropriate communication and a professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues.
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Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the district and demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible as set out in the Texas Educator Code of Ethics.
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Articulate the district’s mission and goals to the community and solicit community support.
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Maintain strict confidentiality of student and district information.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors
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Tools/Equipment Used: Standard classroom equipment, computer, peripherals, other electronic devices
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Posture: Prolonged sitting/standing, frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting
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Motion: Frequent walking; frequent repetitive hand motions, keyboarding, use of mouse, wrist flexion/extension
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Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds without assistance, 30-55 pounds with assistance, and more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance
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Environment: Work inside and outside; regular exposure to noise; occasional exposure to contagious diseases
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Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruption
