Teacher Assistant

Teacher Assistant  School Year) (10091)

Starting Date: Jul 30, 2026

Job Title: Teacher Assistant, Various Subjects

Evaluation Type: Paraprofessional

Assigned Campus: Gateway School

Pay Grade: Various Subjects - P2 / Gateway - P3

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Date Revised: October 2024

Supervisor: Principal / Teacher Assigned

BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*
• Valid Texas Educational Aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Experience:

• Some experience with children

Instructional Support:

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help teachers prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• 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 the school day, inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Professional Effectiveness:

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Follow district policies and procedures pertaining to the job assignment.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None

MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)
• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment
• Environment: Work inside, may work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); regular exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

* Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.

Job : 5801298

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 24, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.06 to $23.66 Per Hour

• Zachery Allison , Principal
• Gateway School
• Phone:
• Email: zallison