2026-27 Instructional Assistant, Physical Education

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Assist the physical education teacher in the preparation instruction and management of student physical activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Associate degree or a minimum of 48 college hours required

Paraprofessional Certification preferred (required upon employment)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to work cooperatively with students and adults: strong interpersonal skills; First Aid and CPR Training; knowledge of fitness and sports activities; ability to speak read write and follow written and oral instructions

Experience:

Experience working with children in sports/recreational activities preferred

Days:187

Hourly Pay Range:

Minimum: $13.75

Maximum: $19.25

Note:Starting pay for a new hire in a pay range plan will be determined individually based on each persons job-related experience and salaries paid to peer employees in the same position with similar experience.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assist teacher in preparing for physical education activities and delivering instruction.

1. Assist in supervising students throughout the workday.

1. Assist the teacher in record keeping.

1. Assist in maintaining equipment supplies and storage facility.

1. Participate in staff development.

1. Assist the teachers with students that have special needs.

1. Follow McAllen ID customer service standards.

1. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

EQUIPMENT USED:

PE Equipment multimedia equipment and office machines

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

An appropriate level of physical fitness; occasional lifting and/or moving up to 45 pounds and over; with standing all outdoor weather and environmental conditions as specified in district guidelines; assist in physical retraining of students in crisis situations

Required Experience:

Junior IC