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Instructional Assistant, Pre Kinder

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McAllen Independent School District

McAllen, TX (In Person)

$34,320 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 5 days ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/15/2026

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Job Description

Instructional Assistant, Pre Kinder McAllen Independent School District - 4.0 McAllen, TX Job Details Full-time $13.75 - $19.25 an hour 17 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Paraprofessional Certification Full Job Description
PRIMARY PURPOSE
Assist the teacher in the preparation, instruction and management of activities which will enhance student success.
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; ability to speak, read, write and follow written and oral instructions in English and in Spanish; First Aid and CPR Training, preferred; basic computer skills, preferred
Experience:
Experience working with children, 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
Reinforce instruction with large and small groups of students. Assist teacher in maintaining a safe, attractive classroom environment that is conducive to learning. Assist in supervising students throughout the workday. Assist the teacher with clerical duties and record keeping. Assist with the preparation of instructional materials. Operate equipment to augment ongoing instruction by the teacher. Follow McAllen ID customer service standards. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
EQUIPMENT USED
Computer, copiers, multimedia equipment and other classroom/office machines
WORKING CONDITIONS
Mental Demands:
Maintain emotional control under stress
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Various body movements to facilitate instruction (i.e. dancing, running, bending, skipping, etc.) ; occasional lifting and/or moving up to 45 pounds and over; ability to provide for sanitation needs and student hygiene as required; assist in the restraining of students in crisis situations.