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.
Aide, Life Skills Stafford Municipal School District - 3.2 Stafford, TX Job Details 22 hours ago Qualifications Mathematics tutoring Early childhood education Mathematics teaching assistance experience High school diploma or GED Driver's License Math Working with students Literacy education Paraprofessional Certification Teaching English language arts
Full Job Description JobID:
751
Position Type:
Clerical/Paraprofessional Support/Special Education Assistant Date Posted:
7/20/2026
Location:
Stafford Early Childhood Center Date Available:
08/03/2026
Closing Date:
Until Filled Description:
Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.
Job Summary:
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 classrooms. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment. Help teachers 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 meetings and special events as assigned. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None 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
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands:
Must be willing to be flexible in time schedules Maintain emotional control under stress Work with frequent interruptions Work with frequent deadlines
Physical Demands:
High physical stamina necessary Repetitive hand motions Strenuous walking, standing, climbing, and heavy lifting and carrying (20-50 pounds) Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, ladders, and/or scaffolding
Environmental Factors:
Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials Occasional prolonged and irregular hours Frequent working alone
Qualifications Profile:
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
Experience:
Valid Texas driver's license
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics Ability to work well with children Ability to communicate effectively Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions Team oriented and self-motivated Neat in appearance
