Spring ISD
Reach Associate (2024/2025)
Spring ISD seeks a Reach Associate (RA) for opportunity culture campuses.
Base Pay Range $27,706.00/yr – $27,706.00/yr
Job Details
Job Title:
Reach Associate (RA)
Reports To:
Campus Principal (and works closely with Multi‑Classroom Leader)
Wage/Hour Status:
Non‑Exempt
Pay Grade:
Internal Hires: $27,706/year or current salary + $5,000 (choose the higher option)
External Hires: $27,706/year
Opportunity Culture Campuses
Elementary (7):
Booker, Burchett, Jenkins, Hoyland, Marshall, Reynolds, Thompson
Secondary (4):
Dueitt MS, Roberson MS, Spring Leadership Academy MS, Twin Creeks MS
Application Process
Part 1: Complete the online application and upload the following documents:
Resume
Transcript
Short essay response (150 words max): "Why do you want to be a Reach Associate?"
Part 2: Artifacts Submission (Form sent after Part 1 submission)
Two years of end‑of‑year evaluation data (2022‑2023 and 2023‑2024)
Recommendation form (emailed to Principal/Supervisor)
Primary Purpose Reach associates are advanced paraprofessionals who support Multi‑Classroom Leaders (MCLs) on opportunity culture campuses. MCLs give heavy guidance on lessons; they work closely with the teacher to complete various tasks, including classroom support with students and non‑instructional paperwork. They manage procedures and supervise student behavior during transitions, lunch, recess, assemblies, and other unstructured activities while the teacher(s) deliver instruction. In some schools they aid instruction by supervising time on projects, skills practice, and digital learning labs or by working with students in small groups or individually. The multi‑classroom leader or team teachers direct all activities.
Qualifications Required
Minimum of 48 earned college credits
Previous experience working with children
Three years of experience in a K‑12 school setting
Preferred
Educational aide certificate
Seeking a bachelor’s degree in education
Bilingual
Special Knowledge/Skills
Relationship‑centered – Able to work effectively with people who have different cultural backgrounds and/or personal characteristics
Knowledge of the subject matter being taught
Major Responsibilities And Duties Classroom and School Environment
Hold students accountable for high expectations of behavior and engagement that are ambitious and measurable
Contribute to a culture of respect, enthusiasm, and rapport
Manage student behaviour during transitions and less structured time (e.g., recess, lunch)
Monitor independent work time in the classroom while the teacher provides instruction
Instruction (if applicable)
Tutor small groups and individuals
Supervise projects, skill practice, and digital learning
Professional Responsibilities
Solicit and receive feedback from supervisor and team members to improve professional skills
Maintain administrative duties on behalf of the teacher (e.g., taking attendance, entering grades, scheduling parent conferences, preparing student activities and assignments, checking homework, and additional paperwork)
Collaborate with teacher(s), tutor(s), and digital lab monitor(s), when applicable
Participate in professional development opportunities
Communicate with parents under the guidance of the Multi‑Classroom Leader
Working Conditions The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require physical mobility, standing, prolonged sitting, some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. This position will also require traveling within the district and statewide. Mental demands include problem‑solving, interpreting data, TEC and policy, applying current research and theory, effective oral and written communication, and maintaining emotional control under stress. A flexible schedule is required, and after‑hour events will be necessary.
Special Funding This position is funded by federal and/or state grants. Employment is expressly conditioned on the availability of full funding. If full funding becomes unavailable, employment is subject to termination, non‑renewal, or reassignment as applicable. Should funding lapse, the employee may apply and be interviewed for vacant positions they meet the requirements for.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function
Distribution and Supply Chain
Truck Transportation
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Base Pay Range $27,706.00/yr – $27,706.00/yr
Job Details
Job Title:
Reach Associate (RA)
Reports To:
Campus Principal (and works closely with Multi‑Classroom Leader)
Wage/Hour Status:
Non‑Exempt
Pay Grade:
Internal Hires: $27,706/year or current salary + $5,000 (choose the higher option)
External Hires: $27,706/year
Opportunity Culture Campuses
Elementary (7):
Booker, Burchett, Jenkins, Hoyland, Marshall, Reynolds, Thompson
Secondary (4):
Dueitt MS, Roberson MS, Spring Leadership Academy MS, Twin Creeks MS
Application Process
Part 1: Complete the online application and upload the following documents:
Resume
Transcript
Short essay response (150 words max): "Why do you want to be a Reach Associate?"
Part 2: Artifacts Submission (Form sent after Part 1 submission)
Two years of end‑of‑year evaluation data (2022‑2023 and 2023‑2024)
Recommendation form (emailed to Principal/Supervisor)
Primary Purpose Reach associates are advanced paraprofessionals who support Multi‑Classroom Leaders (MCLs) on opportunity culture campuses. MCLs give heavy guidance on lessons; they work closely with the teacher to complete various tasks, including classroom support with students and non‑instructional paperwork. They manage procedures and supervise student behavior during transitions, lunch, recess, assemblies, and other unstructured activities while the teacher(s) deliver instruction. In some schools they aid instruction by supervising time on projects, skills practice, and digital learning labs or by working with students in small groups or individually. The multi‑classroom leader or team teachers direct all activities.
Qualifications Required
Minimum of 48 earned college credits
Previous experience working with children
Three years of experience in a K‑12 school setting
Preferred
Educational aide certificate
Seeking a bachelor’s degree in education
Bilingual
Special Knowledge/Skills
Relationship‑centered – Able to work effectively with people who have different cultural backgrounds and/or personal characteristics
Knowledge of the subject matter being taught
Major Responsibilities And Duties Classroom and School Environment
Hold students accountable for high expectations of behavior and engagement that are ambitious and measurable
Contribute to a culture of respect, enthusiasm, and rapport
Manage student behaviour during transitions and less structured time (e.g., recess, lunch)
Monitor independent work time in the classroom while the teacher provides instruction
Instruction (if applicable)
Tutor small groups and individuals
Supervise projects, skill practice, and digital learning
Professional Responsibilities
Solicit and receive feedback from supervisor and team members to improve professional skills
Maintain administrative duties on behalf of the teacher (e.g., taking attendance, entering grades, scheduling parent conferences, preparing student activities and assignments, checking homework, and additional paperwork)
Collaborate with teacher(s), tutor(s), and digital lab monitor(s), when applicable
Participate in professional development opportunities
Communicate with parents under the guidance of the Multi‑Classroom Leader
Working Conditions The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require physical mobility, standing, prolonged sitting, some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling. This position will also require traveling within the district and statewide. Mental demands include problem‑solving, interpreting data, TEC and policy, applying current research and theory, effective oral and written communication, and maintaining emotional control under stress. A flexible schedule is required, and after‑hour events will be necessary.
Special Funding This position is funded by federal and/or state grants. Employment is expressly conditioned on the availability of full funding. If full funding becomes unavailable, employment is subject to termination, non‑renewal, or reassignment as applicable. Should funding lapse, the employee may apply and be interviewed for vacant positions they meet the requirements for.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function
Distribution and Supply Chain
Truck Transportation
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