ISS Assistant (Terry)

ISS Assistant (Terry) Mesquite

ISD - 4.1

Mesquite, TX Job Details Full-time 9 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation High school diploma or GED Working with students Desktop applications Computer skills Paraprofessional Certification Working with youth

Full Job Description JobID:

3756

Position Type:

Paraprofessional -

Campus/Instructional Assistant Date Posted:

5/31/2026

Location:

Terry Middle School Mesquite ISD -

Compensation Plans Instructional Support Compensation Plan Pay Grade:

2

Shift Type:

Full-Time Wage/Hour Status:

Non-Exempt Reports To:

Principal

EMPLOYMENT BEGINS

As soon as possible

PRIMARY PURPOSE

To assist in monitoring students placed within In-School Supervision, acquire and administer assignments provided by the classroom teacher, and maintain a disciplined environment under the general supervision of the principal and immediate direction of a certified teacher.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma/GED Texas Educational Aide Certificate (Educational Aide III Certification)

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

Ability to work well with children and youth Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Ability to use the personal computer.

EXPERIENCE

None (For Grades 1 - 8) If assignment is for grades 9 - 12 where students are assigned for less than six weeks.. .requires Level III Aide certification(• Three years as a classroom aide or 30 semester hours of college credit with emphasis on child growth and development)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Validate parent authorization forms. Verify and report student daily attendance. Acquire student's daily assignments from teacher. Work with individual students to complete assignments given by classroom teacher. Provide assistance to students for completion of teacher prepared assignments. Maintain discipline and other non- instructional functions. Escort and supervise students to and from cafeteria. Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands:

Reading and comprehending simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Writing simple correspondence and effectively presenting information to individuals. Maintaining emotional control under stress.

Physical demands/environmental factors:

Standing, walking, talking, and hearing. Moderate noise level in work environment. Working in a confined space.

Note:

An Educational Aide III certificate is required for aides assigned to a setting where student's grades 9-12 are assigned for less than six weeks. A valid Texas teaching certificate is required when student's grades 9-12 are assigned more than six weeks. 19 TAC §230.601. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.