Teacher Assistant

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AUSTIN ISD

Occupation:

Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education

Location:

Austin, TX - 78759

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

06/01/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

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Remote:

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Updated:

06/04/2026

Expires:

07/01/2026 Job #: 17021229 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education Associate's Degree Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Public Transit Available Help for .

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a minimum of 48 college hours or an Associates degree or higher from an accredited college or university, or a high school diploma (or equivalent) and successful completion of the Austin Community College ParaEducator Institute course, Region 13 Education Service Center Paraprofessional Program, or similarly approved program/course. Additionally, this position requires an Educational Aide certificate as required by the State of Texas and/or Austin ISD and some experience working with children is required.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires in-service workshop training, seminars, and courses. This position requires basic understanding of subject areas to be taught and ability to interact with and relate to children. Incumbent may be required to operate a variety of office equipment, including photocopiers, laminating machines, and audiovisual equipment. Incumbent may also be required to operate equipment used in vocational classes (e.g., lawn mowers, tillers, band saw, etc.) Incumbent must have knowledge of CPR and other basic first aid techniques, and other specialized knowledge pertaining to subject areas and/or specific assignments (e.g., foreign languages, sign language, physical restraint/SAMA training); specialized equipment. Employees in this position must be able to read, write, and speak/communicate in English (and Spanish for bilingual positions) in order to receive and to provide work-related information in a timely manner to other employees, supervisors, principals, school personnel, volunteers and where appropriate, visitors and students.

JOB PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITY

This position is responsible for providing general assistance to teachers and students, either in a school or a program for special needs children. Incumbent must exercise judgment in handling student disciplinary problems and in assessing students skill levels.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials, classroom bulletins and other educational displays. Work closely with students and reinforce skills introduced by the teacher. Tutor individual students (e.g., help them prepare assignments or explain material they do not understand); assist with independent study. Conduct small groups such as reading groups. Monitor student behavior (e.g., during bus loading, on the playground, in the cafeteria and hallways, and when teacher is absent from classroom), discipline students, as necessary. Ensure that specific materials and supplies are ready for classroom use. Operate audiovisual equipment such as tape recorders, record players, filmstrip projectors, overhead projectors, televisions, and VCRs. Page 2 of 2 AUSTIN ISD JOB

DESCRIPTION

Correct homework assignments and grade papers Perform clerical duties such (recording attendance/grades and duplicating/laminating material). Assist children in eating or using the bathroom when necessary. Provide first aid and care for sick children. Clean classrooms or eating areas. Alert teacher of an individual childs special needs or problems; call parents to discuss students progress or disciplinary problems. Provide an exceptional customer experience for all AISD stakeholders with intentional and professional practices that promote a culture of respect and focus on achieving equitable outcomes.

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Perform other related duties as assigned; however, all employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is generally conducted in a classroom environment depending on course material or activities assigned (vocational material may be taught outdoors or in a machine shop environment, field trips and recess may require activities outdoor). This position may involve rare exposure to blood or body fluids. Regular attendance is required for this position.

PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS

Incumbent works under the supervision of a classroom teacher and/or principal. All work is reviewed by the teacher to ensure that material is presented properly, and a formal evaluation is conducted annually. Incumbent will have contact with students, in order to provide job related Instruction, give guidance, and serve as an appropriate role mode. Incumbent will have contact with teachers and principals in order to receive instructions and feedback, assist in planning, and discuss students progress/performance. Incumbent will have contact with parents in order to discuss students progress/performance, to listen to questions and concerns.