2025-2026 Instructional Assistant Pool

Harlandale Independent School District•San Antonio, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
Have met formal academic assessment (TOPP Region 20 Assessment, 70%), associate’s degree, or two years of study (48 hours) at an institution of higher learning
Meet criteria to qualify for a valid Texas educational aide certificate
Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
Ability to work well with children
Ability to communicate effectively
Some experience working with children

Responsibilities

Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Performs other job-related duties as may be assigned by the campus principal or designee.