Position Type: Instructional Aide/Aide - Instructional
Date Posted: 8/11/2025
Location: Stafford Elementary
Date Available: 08/18/2025
Additional Information: Show/Hide 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
Highly Qualified Status:
Attend the free AISD Paraprofessional Academy once hired or;
Associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning
State Paraprofessional Certification (recommended)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
Ability to work well with children
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work cooperatively with others and maintain a positive attitude in the work environment
Ability to use good judgment in problem-solving and decision-making
Use time productively
Ability to follow district policies and procedures
Ability to accept supervisory direction and desire to improve job skills
Ability to demonstrate tact, courtesy and helpfulness in dealing with staff, students, parents, and visitors to the school
Experience:
Some experience working with children preferred
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.
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
The Abilene ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.
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