Qualifications:Education/Certification:High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificateHave met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning (if college hours are not held, an academic assessment is available once hired)Valid Texas educational aide certificate (obtained once hired) Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to effectively supervise and manage groups of studentsAbility to facilitate prepared lessons and learning activitiesInterest in STEM, technology, engineering, design, art, robotics, coding, fabrication, or hands-on learningAbility and willingness to learn the operation of MakerSpace technology, tools, and equipmentStrong organizational and classroom-management skillsAbility to communicate instructions clearly to studentsAbility to encourage student creativity, independence, collaboration, and problem-solvingAbility to maintain a safe and orderly learning environmentAbility to troubleshoot routine technology and equipment issuesBasic computer and technology skillsEffective interpersonal and communication skillsAbility to work independently and exercise sound judgment within established guidelines Experience:Experience working with children preferred Major Responsibilities and Duties:MakerSpace Instruction and Facilitation1. 26/27 Makerspace Paraprofessional JobID: 1757 Position Type: Support Staff/ParaprofessionalDate Posted: 8/25/2026Location: Timber Lakes Elementary Additional Information: Show/HidePrimary Purpose:The MakerSpace Paraprofessional works independently with groups of students during scheduled MakerSpace classes while operating under the general supervision of the campus principal or designee and in accordance with district-approved instructional plans and expectations.