School Intervention Program Classroom Assistant; Horn Job Mesquite area,Texas USA,Education / Teaching

Position: In School Intervention Program Classroom Assistant (Horn)
Position Type:
Paraprofessional - Campus/Instructional Assistant

Date Posted:
5/19/2026

Location:
Horn High School
Mesquite ISD - Compensation Plans

Instructional Support Compensation Plan

Pay Grade: 1
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Principal

EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To assist one or more teachers in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements.
Work under the supervision of certified teacher.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma/GED
Texas Educational Aide Certificate

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Ability to work well with children and exhibit effective working relationships with staff and school community
Ability to communicate effectively.

EXPERIENCE:

None
Some experience working with children preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Collaborate with the teacher to set up classroom and prepare materials for specialized instructional units.
Escort student to and from various rooms.
Assist in small group pupil instruction and tutor students at teacher's request.
Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes the lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems concerning individual students.
Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
Help maintain discipline and other non-instructional functions.
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
Record attendance information and related clerical functions with the teacher.
Supervise students when teacher is temporarily absent.
Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:

Reading and comprehending simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Writing simple correspondence and effectively presenting information in one-on-one and small group situations.
Applying common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical demands/environmental factors:

Occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 20 lbs.
Standing, bending, walking, talking, and hearing.
Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.