Associate Teacher - OC​/TX; General or Title Funded - School Year 2026-2027

Associate Teacher - OC/TX

School: Spring Branch Independent School District

Reports To: Building Principal

Classification: Paraprofessional (Clerical/Teacher Assistant)

Wage/Hour Status: Non‑exempt

Days: 188 (Based on a 7.5 hour workday)

Salary: See Compensation Plan for Paraprofessional/Administrative Support Staff, Pay Grade 207

Contract: None

Date Revised: 11/15/2023

Assist in the implementation of District educational programs under the direction of the Campus Administrator or teacher(s).

• Education/Certification:
  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Teacher Certification (pending).
  • Educational Aide Certification.
• Special Knowledge/
  
  Skills:
  
  
  • Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work and communicate with children and adults.
  • Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
  • Proficient in the effective use of technology.
  • Fluent in English (speaking and writing).
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently, as well as in a co‑teaching model.
• Experience:
  • Full semester of student classroom teaching experience or enrolled in an Alternative Certification Program.

• Instructional Support:
  • Adhere to Texas Education Agency and district policies and procedures.
  • Adhere to the district’s philosophy of instruction with certified staff.
  • Develop and implement lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district’s curriculum program and provide written evidence of preparation as required.
  • Assist and prepare lesson plan development with certified staff that reflect accommodations for differences in student learning styles.
  • Present subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, board policies and administrative regulations.
  • Work collaboratively with certified staff to conduct assessment of student learning styles and use results to help certified staff plan instructional activities.
  • Prepare and organize instructional materials and equipment as directed by certified staff.
  • Prepare evaluations on students as directed by certified staff.
  • Assist in proper classroom management and implement daily schedule.
  • Assist teachers with disaggregating student data, record keeping and clerical duties, as well as technology instruction and implementation.
  • Work with certified staff to determine instructional goals, objectives and methods according to district requirements.
  • Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process.
  • Discuss assigned duties with lead teacher to coordinate instructional efforts.
  • Assume the teacher’s full role in the absence of the teacher.
  • Design and implement assessments that measure progress toward academic standards under the direction of lead teachers.
  • Use assessment data to inform instructional practices.
• Student Management, Growth and Development:
  • Work with students individually or in small groups to reinforce skills and concepts under the direct/indirect supervision of certified staff members.
  • Tutor students individually or in small groups before and/or after school.
  • Assist with testing of students for program purposes.
  • Help students analyze and improve study methods and habits.
  • Conduct ongoing assessment of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
  • Be a positive role model for students and support the mission of the school district.
  • Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development.
• Classroom Management and Organization:
  • Work with certified staff to create a classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Manage student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
  • Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
  • Assist in the selection of books, equipment and other instructional materials.
• Communication:
  • Assist in communicating with students and parents.
  • Establish and maintain open communication with parents, students, principals and teachers.
  • Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents and community members.
  • Use effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly.
• Professio…