Elementary School Alternative Learning Environment (Life Skills) Paraprofessional Aide JobID: 1268 Position Type: Support Staff/Teacher Assistant Date Posted: 4/8/2026 Location: Hill Country Elementary Date Available: July 2026 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Additional Information: Show/Hide Hill Country Elementary School is seeking an energetic and skilled Paraprofessional Aide to join their Alternative Learning Environment (ALE)Team for the 2026-2027 school year. Bandera ISD is a 4-Day Instructional Week District (Mon - Thurs, with designated Fridays for staff Development & Training) Start Date: July 2026 Job Description: The instructional aide will work directly with students in the classrooms in grades Kindergarten through 5th grade The Instructional Aide will work closely with ALEclassroom teachers to assist in the instruction of engaging lessons The Instructional Assistant will assist in the management of student behaviors by enforcing designated ALE classroom rules and procedures Assist in the preparation of ALE teacher-designed lessons Implement supports directed by the ALE teacher Work with small groups for reteaching as directed by the ALE teacher Assist students with physical disabilities, according to their needs, including transferring to and from wheelchairs, lifting, and positioning Assist students with physical needs and personal care, including feeding, bathroom needs, and personal hygiene Help manage the behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive or dangerous behavior as needed at the direction of the teacher Work with individual students or small groups to develop motor skills and conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom (This includes before and after school duty when applicable) Keep ALE teachers and campus administration informed of special needs or problems of individual students Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent Possess 48 hours of college credit from an accredited university/college OR Pass the NCLB Paraprofessional Assessment (Reading/ELAR, Math, and Written Essay) Pass Texas Criminal Background Check & Fingerprinting The Instructional Aide will maintain confidentiality at all times as required by FERPA and HIPAA Must be able to walk, run, and lift (up to 40 lbs.) Preferences & Additional Information: Positive... Can-Do Attitude Willingness to be a dependable and functional member of the Hill Country Elementary School Family Patience and strong ability to support ALE teachers in the management of stressful situations Flexibility and strong multi-tasking skills Willingness to take direction Punctuality (ALE is designed to work on a specified schedule, and punctuality and dependability are key) Willingness to take responsibility Will ask questions and seek guidance if uncertain Perform tasks necessary to support ALE teachers in teaching students self-care skills (toothbrushing, toileting, diapering) Ability to work cohesively with others in a fast paced, self-contained atmosphere Participate in staff development activities and improve job-related skills Interested applicants should contact Ms. Alma McFarland, HCE Principal, at amcfarland@banderaisd2.net for more information.