Paraprofessional
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
A critical role providing essential support within classrooms, with clear expectations and requirements.
- Essential role in enhancing student learning experiences
- Defined responsibilities with clear performance expectations
- Opportunities for impactful student engagement
Pros
- Defined responsibilities with clear reporting structures
- Hands-on involvement in student assistance and learning
- Opportunities to impact students’ academic lives directly
Cons
- Requires specific educational qualifications that may limit applicants
- Potential stress from managing diverse student needs
- Pay is based on remaining school days, which may be unclear
Who it's for
Entry to Mid-career • On-site
Good fit
- Candidates with some experience in educational environments
- Those passionate about child development
- Supportive individuals who can thrive in dynamic settings
Not recommended for
- Individuals unprepared for a highly interactive role
- Those more comfortable with structured job expectations
- Candidates not interested in educational engagement
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
This position is for a classroom support paraprofessional. Pay is based on the number of days remaining in a 187 position.
Primary Purpose:
Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.
Qualifications:
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
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Support
- 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.
Student Management
- 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.
Other
- 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.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
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
