2026-27 Instructional Assistant, Bilingual Elementary

McAllen Independent School District•McAllen, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this role is to assist teachers serving Emergent Bilingual (EB) students in the preparation, management, and delivery of classroom activities and administrative requirements. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, clear communication in both English and Spanish, and the ability to work effectively with EB students and school staff.

Requirements

Associate degree or a minimum of 48 college hours, required
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing in English and Spanish
Ability to work with EB students
Ability to follow directions and carry out assigned tasks, independently and in an organized manner
Dependability and punctuality

Nice To Haves

Paraprofessional Certification, preferred (required upon employment)
Basic computer skills such as keyboard/word processing, preferred
Sincere interest in positive attitude
One (1) year of experience in school setting, preferred
Background in working with EL students, preferred

Responsibilities

Assist in supervising EB students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom.
Serve as a resource to principals and teachers in the implementation of bilingual programs and services for EB students.
Work with individual EB students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher(s).
Assist the teacher(s) in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays for the EB students.
Keep teacher(s) informed of any special needs or problems of individual students.
Assist in maintaining a classroom environment that exemplifies high expectations, quality and student success.
Assist in making parent contacts as appropriate and within the confines of academic issues of the student.
Direct students in need of further assistance to the appropriate pupil services personnel (counselor, social worker, psychologist, etc.).
Maintain the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of fully licensed teachers.
Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations and state and local board policy.
Assist in inventory, care and maintenance of equipment.
Participate in in-service training programs, as assigned.
Maintain discretion and confidentiality.
Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator) in accordance with funding source guidelines.