Fort Bend Independent School District
Pre-Kindergarten Aide - James Patterson Elementary 2025-2026
Fort Bend Independent School District, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Job Description
Pre-Kindergarten Aide - James Patterson Elementary 2025-2026 (2600000F)
Job Overview The Pre-Kindergarten Aide will assist students and the classroom teacher by performing related tasks and support classroom instruction under the direct supervision of the teacher, building administrator or appropriate supervisor.
Position Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide instructional support for the classroom teacher
Work with individual students and/or small groups to reinforce skills introduced by the teacher
Assist with record keeping, preparation and development of instructional materials and other classroom tasks
Provide coverage for the classroom teacher when necessary
Operate a variety of classroom instructional equipment, including but not limited to computers, audio/visual and video equipment
Work cooperatively with substitute teachers in providing instruction and assistance to students
Participate in various committees and attend required campus and/or district meetings
Assist with supervision of students before, during, and after school on the playground, lunchroom and during any school-sponsored activity occurring during the school day
Perform housekeeping chores such as sanitizing student work areas and instructional materials
Provide for basic needs of students who are not able to care for themselves, including but not limited to toileting and feeding
Attend required continuing professional education courses, implement strategies, and receive in-class coaching with a master teacher (30‑hour minimum of professional development)
Perform clerical tasks such as typing correspondence, copying materials, etc.
Assist in the safe and orderly movement of all students to and from the classroom
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Qualification Requirements
Minimum of 48 college hours or passing score on the Para Professional Assessment of Knowledge
Texas Educational Aide Certification preferred or will be required to obtain once hired
Child Development Associate credential preferred
Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both orally and in writing
Experience working with elementary-age children and knowledge of the learning process preferred
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms. The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work‑related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.
Primary Location TEXAS-HOUSTON
Work Locations JAMES PATTERSON ELEMENTARY 18702 BEECHNUT HOUSTON 77407
Organization ELEMENTARY
Position Calendar:
184AU1
School Year:
2025-2026
Salary Grade:
501
Unposting Date Jan 14, 2026, 5:59:00 AM
Salary Structure To review FBISD's salary structure click here.
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Job Overview The Pre-Kindergarten Aide will assist students and the classroom teacher by performing related tasks and support classroom instruction under the direct supervision of the teacher, building administrator or appropriate supervisor.
Position Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide instructional support for the classroom teacher
Work with individual students and/or small groups to reinforce skills introduced by the teacher
Assist with record keeping, preparation and development of instructional materials and other classroom tasks
Provide coverage for the classroom teacher when necessary
Operate a variety of classroom instructional equipment, including but not limited to computers, audio/visual and video equipment
Work cooperatively with substitute teachers in providing instruction and assistance to students
Participate in various committees and attend required campus and/or district meetings
Assist with supervision of students before, during, and after school on the playground, lunchroom and during any school-sponsored activity occurring during the school day
Perform housekeeping chores such as sanitizing student work areas and instructional materials
Provide for basic needs of students who are not able to care for themselves, including but not limited to toileting and feeding
Attend required continuing professional education courses, implement strategies, and receive in-class coaching with a master teacher (30‑hour minimum of professional development)
Perform clerical tasks such as typing correspondence, copying materials, etc.
Assist in the safe and orderly movement of all students to and from the classroom
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Qualification Requirements
Minimum of 48 college hours or passing score on the Para Professional Assessment of Knowledge
Texas Educational Aide Certification preferred or will be required to obtain once hired
Child Development Associate credential preferred
Effective interpersonal and communication skills, both orally and in writing
Experience working with elementary-age children and knowledge of the learning process preferred
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms. The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work‑related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.
Primary Location TEXAS-HOUSTON
Work Locations JAMES PATTERSON ELEMENTARY 18702 BEECHNUT HOUSTON 77407
Organization ELEMENTARY
Position Calendar:
184AU1
School Year:
2025-2026
Salary Grade:
501
Unposting Date Jan 14, 2026, 5:59:00 AM
Salary Structure To review FBISD's salary structure click here.
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