Aide, English as a Second Language (ESL) JobID: 732
Position Type:
Clerical/Paraprofessional Support/Paraprofessional
Date Posted:
6/3/2026
Location:
Stafford Middle School
Date Available:
08/03/2026
Closing Date:
Until Filled
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Description:
Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom instruction/activities and administrative requirements. Work under supervision of Bilingual or ESL certified teacher. All employees of SMSD are expected to act with integrity, support, and demonstrate our core values, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, and seek to continuously improve self-performance and processes.
Job Summary:
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Support
Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments
Help maintain neat and orderly classroom
Assist teacher with maintenance of administrative records and prepare required reports
Provides language support to EL students in core subject areas
Assist in the preparation and presentation of lessons under the supervision of teacher of record
Assist in obtaining books and materials ready for instruction in bilingual or ESL classes
Works with students one-on-one, administer make-up tests, answer questions and provide extra skills practice as assigned by teacher of record
Repeats or rephrases directions and checks to ensure student understanding
Know students' names and interests to make class lessons more relevant
Assist in the preparation of strategies and materials to help scaffold vocabulary development and lesson reinforcement under teacher's direction
Student Management
Assist teacher to configure the class into teams, groups or pairs for special activities
Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups
Serves as a facilitator during learning activities to ensure student engagement
Assist the teacher of record with student issues that may prevent student from learning
Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom
Function as a liaison between classroom teacher and student
Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students
Other
Assist with Language Proficiency Assessment Committee (LPAC) recordkeeping, filing and data/document collection
Be a positive role model for students and support the goals of the campus and school district
Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance
Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned
Be available by phone, email, or video conferencing to confer with district/campus personnel
Assess students with languages other than English with state approved language identification tests (i.e. IPT)
Maintain confidentiality
Must be team oriented and able to assist in the care and safety of all special needs children on the campus
Assume responsibility for maintaining classroom routine in the absence of the teacher
Display tolerance necessary for accepting supervision for and criticism of job performance
Work in harmony with supervisory, faculty, and peer personnel
Use professional information discreetly and judiciously
Support and follow administrative and Board policy
Represent the school system to the community in a positive and professional way
Maintain a sincere, friendly attitude toward patrons and provide customer service
Regular attendance is required.
Perform all other duties as assigned by teacher of record or Multilingual/ESL Programs Director
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Tools/Equipment Used:
Copier, personal computer, video equipment, peripherals, and audiovisual equipment
Physical Demands:
Frequent standing, stooping, bending, and reaching.
Occasional lifting and moving of moderate to heavy objects up to 35 pounds
Repetitive hand motions
Prolonged use of computer
Steady phone interactions
Frequent sitting
Environmental Factors:
Occasional district and statewide travel
Occasional prolonged and irregular ours
Occasional working alone
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED equivalent (Required)
Associate degree or 60 hours from an accredited college or university (Preferred)
Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate (Required)
Experience:
Minimum of two-year's experience working with children (Preferred)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to work well with children
Ability to communicate effectively
Bilingual (Preferred)
Ability to instruct and manage student behavior
Excellent, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands
Work with frequent interruptions
Work with frequent deadlines
Maintain emotional control under stress
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Salary: PAY GRADE P01
Compensation Plan