Aide
- Instructional
Waxahachie ISD
- Challenge Academy
- Waxahchie, Texas This job is also posted in Waxahachie ISD
Job Details
Job ID:
5758933
Application Deadline:
Jul 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted:
Jun 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Job Description:
AIDE
Job Title:
Instructional Aide
Duty Days:
187
Reports to:
Campus Principal
Pay Grade:
1
Dept/School:
Assigned Campus
Pay Schedule:
Paraprofessional Pay Schedule
Wage/Hour:
Non-Exempt
Date Revised:
2025
Primary Purpose
Provide instructional support services. Assist teacher in instruction, preparation, and management of classroom activities. Work under direct supervision of teacher.
Qualifications
Education/Certifications
High School diploma or GED
Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, two years of study or 48 hours at an institution of higher learning
Paraprofessional Aide Certification required (can be obtained once employed)
Special Knowledge/Skills
Ability to organize, and be detailed oriented
Ability to operate the computer
Ability to provide instruction to individual or small groups of students
Physically and emotionally able to perform assigned tasks
Communicate and work with students
Ability to maintain effective working relationships
Must possess personal qualities related to respect for the rights and confidentiality of others
Experience:
Must have experience working with students; experience may be work in church related schools, day camps, youth groups, private schools, licensed day-care centers, or similar experience
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
Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students
Help with student supervision before, during, and after school while they are loading and unloading buses, on the playground, in the cafeteria, in a learning or practice environment, inside and outside classroom following appropriate training throughout the school day.
Professional Conduct
Demonstrates ability to remain calm and withstand pressures
Flexible to changes in routine and adapts quickly to changing situations
Reliable and responsible attendance and punctuality
Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assist fellow workers willingly
Avoid speaking ill of the district and district personnel
Other
Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance
Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned
Perform duties as assigned, related to the position as directed by the supervisor or administrative staff
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
WORKING CONDITIONS
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting
Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; copier and audiovisual 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
Salary:
$14.62 to $18.26 Per Hour
