2026-27 Instructional Assistant, Physical Education

2026-27 Instructional Assistant, Physical Education McAllen Independent School District Fields Elementary School - McAllen, Texas This job is also posted in McAllen Independent School District Job Details

Job ID:

5701504

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Assist the physical education teacher in the preparation, instruction and management of student physical activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or equivalent, required Associate degree or a minimum of 48 college hours, required Paraprofessional Certification, preferred (required upon employment)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to work cooperatively with students and adults: strong interpersonal skills; First Aid and CPR Training; knowledge of fitness and sports activities; ability to speak, read, write and follow written and oral instructions

Experience:

Experience working with children in sports/recreational activities, preferred

Days:

187

Hourly Pay Range:

Minimum:

$13.75

Maximum:

$19.25

Note:

Starting pay for a new hire in a pay range plan will be determined individually based on each person's job-related experience and salaries paid to peer employees in the same position with similar experience.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist teacher in preparing for physical education activities and delivering instruction. Assist in supervising students throughout the workday. Assist the teacher in record keeping. Assist in maintaining equipment, supplies and storage facility. Participate in staff development. Assist the teachers with students that have special needs. Follow McAllen ID customer service standards. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

EQUIPMENT USED

PE Equipment, multimedia equipment and office machines

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

An appropriate level of physical fitness; occasional lifting and/or moving up to 45 pounds and over; with standing all outdoor weather and environmental conditions as specified in district guidelines; assist in physical retraining of students in crisis situations

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$13.75 to $19.25 Per Hour Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required