Program Assistant

Program Assistant

Harris County Department of Education – Adult Education, Houston, Texas

• Job : 5842966
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately
• Position Type: Part-Time
• Salary: $33 Per Hour

Primary

Purpose:

Assist the Coordinator and/or Manager of Adult Education in the implementation of adult education programs.

• Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university;
  Certificate or license in appropriate field preferred.
• Special Knowledge/
  
  Skills:
  
  General knowledge of computer systems and software applications;
  Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written);
  Ability to interpret policy, procedures and data.
• Experience: Three years area specific experience.

• Assist in the identification and preparation of sites for adult education classes.
• Help to organize student registration, assessment and class assignments.
• Comply with federal, state and local guidelines for implementation of adult education services, including registration, attendance and assessments.
• Regularly monitor, observe, and supervise teachers and support staff providing appropriate feedback.
• Monitor student performance on state assessments and other program objectives, and take appropriate steps to correct student performance problems when necessary.
• Work with staff to provide a positive adult learning environment and assist in resolving issues of student discipline and student complaints.
• Assist in processing accurate and timely payroll records.
• Administer and score mandated state assessments according to the State Assessment Policy and local guidelines.
• Comply with state and local guidelines for certification in administration and scoring of standardized assessments.
• Assist in recruitment of teachers and staff and participate in the hiring process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Human Resources
• 6300 Irvington Blvd.
• Houston, Texas 77022
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