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What they do
A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
$32,319 / year median in Texas
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Special Education/Life Skills Aide
Big Spring ISD
Moss Elementary - Big Spring, Texas This job is also posted in Region 18 Education Service Center Consortium
Job Details
Job ID:
5914919
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Sep 03, 2026 7:07 PM (UTC)
Job Description
Assist the teacher in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under the supervision of a certified teacher.
Job Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High School diploma or GED
(a) completed at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education; or
(b) obtained an associate's (or higher) degree; or
(c) meet a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate through a formal state or local
assessment:
1. knowledge of, and the ability in instruction reading, writing, and mathematics; or
2. knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and
mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to work well with children.
Knowledge of general office equipment.
Salary Schedule:
Local Hiring Schedule
Additional Job Information:
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy.
Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assigned assignments.
Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom.
Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students.
Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom.
Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
Assist the teacher in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports.
Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed.
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
Performs other duties as determined by the local school district.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance