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East Elementary

Elementary Instructional Paraprofessional

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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

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Elementary Instructional Paraprofessional Breckenridge Independent School District East Elementary - Breckenridge, Texas This job is also posted in Breckenridge Independent School District Job Details
Job ID:
4892259
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Re-Posted:
Sep 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately Job Description
Primary Purpose:
Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning• Valid Texas educational aide certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics Ability to work well with children Ability to communicate effectively
Experience:
Some experience working with children
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Support Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments. Help maintain neat and orderly classroom. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers. Work with behavior specialists Provide support to students with emotional/behavior disorders Student Management Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty. Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students. Work closely with behavior teacher Work closely with students with behavior/emotional disorders Other Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Participate in CPI training
Supervisory Responsibilities:
May spend time alone with students with behavior/emotional disorders
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
Posture:
Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
Motion:
Moderate walking
Lifting:
Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment:
Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise
Mental Demands:
Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress •Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.
Position Type:
Full-Time Job Requirements