Teacher Assistant, Paraprofessional

Teacher Assistant, Paraprofessional + (2026–2027 School Year)

Bastrop Independent School District, Cedar Creek Elementary School – Cedar Creek, Texas

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

• 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.
• 30 to 59 college credit hours preferred.

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

• Some experience working with children.

Instructional Support:

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help teachers in preparing 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 school day, inside and outside 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.

• Tools/Equipment Used: Personal 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 (up to 45 pounds).
• Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise.
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $26.50 per Hour

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Lisa Maresh, Principal – Special Programs and Services
• Phone: 512‑772‑7835
• Email: lmaresh