Secondary Paraprofessional

Secondary Paraprofessional

Joaquin Independent School District Joaquin ISD - Joaquin, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in ESC Region 7 Consortium Job Board , and Joaquin Independent School District

Job : 5905606

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Sep 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 8, 2026

Job Title: Classroom Instructional Aide Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned

Dept./School: Joaquin High School

Salary based on the Joaquin ISD compensation plan and years of experience. Plan can be viewed online at  Human Resources, compensation plan.

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

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
• 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:

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

Experience:

• Some experience working with children

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

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

None

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion: Moderate walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

Position Type:
Full-Time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Donna Vergo
• 11109 Hwy 84E
• Joaqin , Texas 75954
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