ELEMENTARY GRADE LEVEL PARAPROFESSIONAL

ELEMENTARY GRADE LEVEL PARAPROFESSIONAL

Chisum Independent School District Chisum Independent School District - Paris, Texas This job is also posted in Chisum Independent School District, and Esc Region 8 Consortium Job Board Job Details

Job ID:

5728945

Application Deadline:

Jun 03, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 3, 2026 Job Description

POSITION TITLE

Instructional/Teacher Assistant

LOCATION

Chisum Elementary School

LENGTH OF WORK YEAR

10 Month (163 days)

POSITION SUMMARY

The classroom aide prepares and assists teacher in the preparation of class room materials. The aide will also be available for early morning duty, lunch duty, and bus duty in the afternoons.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or Equivalent •

Education/Certifications:

Para Professional Certification or Associate's degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning or have met formal academic assessment as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) • Valid Texas education 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

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

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. 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. Other Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.

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

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements High School/Trade School degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required