Aide - Instructional (Bilingual) (2026-27)

Primary Purpose

Prepare and organize classroom activities for 20 students in grades K-5; work under the supervision of a certified teacher. These learning opportunities may occur face to face in schools or virtually in a distance learning environment.

Qualifications

Education/Certification/Licensure

High school diploma or GED

Educational Aide I certification

15 college hours or passing score on Paraprofessional Exam

Special Knowledge/Skills

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work well with children

Patience, tolerance, and flexibility

Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience

Some verifiable experience working with children (e.g. daycare, Sunday school, sports, girl/boy scouts)

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Prepare instructional materials and classroom displays face to face or in a virtual learning environment.

Work with individual students or small groups face to face and/or virtually to conduct instructional exercises.

Reinforce appropriate behavior and assist in classroom discipline and behavior management.

Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students.

Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, inside classroom, in the lunchroom, and outside the classroom during arrival and dismissal.

Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.

Assist the teacher face to face or virtually in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports.

Participate face to face and/or virtually in in-service training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed.

Type materials, make copies, take attendance, record grades, set up files, file reports, make games or other manipulatives, charts, etc.

Provide orientation and assistance to new teachers.

Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy.

Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.

Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.

Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.

Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.

Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications.

Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students.

Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.

Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.

Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.

Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.

Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.

Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).

Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands

Effective communication

Ability to maintain emotional control under stress

Ability to work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting

May include work from home or location other than a school building

Internet access, phone

Prolonged sitting

Repetitive computer use with frequent use of hands and wrists

Days in Contract: 183

Hours: 7.5

Pay Grade: Para 1