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Special Education Aide/In-Class Support - West Elementary School - 2026-2027 School Year
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What they do
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.
$32,319 / year median in Texas
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Special Education Aide/In-Class Support
•West Elementary School
•2026-2027 School Year
Tomball ISD
WEST
ELEMENTARY
•TOMBALL, Texas This job is also posted in Tomball ISD
Job Details
Job ID:
5917600
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Primary Purpose
Provide instructional support services. Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under supervision of certified teacher. Qualifications
Education/Certification
Associate's degree, two years (48 hours) of study at an institute of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment requirements
Valid Texas Educational Aide certificate from the State Board for Educator Certification will be recommended by the district upon hire
Special Knowledge and Skills:
Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
Ability to work well with children
Ability to communicate effectively
General knowledge of standard office equipment
Experience:
Some experience working with children
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Support
Provide direct instruction of students under direct supervision of teacher.
Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher, work with individual students or small groups.
Assist in classroom management.
Conduct parent involvement activities.
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.
Keep teacher informed 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.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Equipment Used:
Copier, personal computer, and audiovisual equipment.
Working Conditions
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions. Moderate walking, standing, heavy lifting and carrying up to 53 pounds; climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Responsibilities require contact with individuals that may include exposure to disruptive behavior.
Wage/Hour Status:
Non-Exempt
Pay Grade:
Instructional Support 1
Reports to: Principal/Assistant Principal
Days:
187
Position Type:
Full-Time
Salary:
$15.51 Per Hour
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Benefits
- Dental Insurance