PRESCHOOL BILINGUAL TEACHING ASSISTANT

School Year 2025-2026
Classification Non-Exempt
Reports To Head of Preschool
Location Austin, TX, USA
Job Closing Date Open Until Filled

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

Magellan International School (Colegio Internacional Magallanes) in Austin, Texas, is seeking a Bilingual Teaching Assistant (TA) to work in our Preschool with 3- and 4- year old students. The TA is responsible for providing support with educational lessons and activities to teachers in a classroom setting.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood, Education, or a related field, and/or experience as a teaching assistant at a preschool or elementary school
• Strong desire and ability to work with small children
• Communicate effectively in English and Spanish, both orally and in writing
• Basic computer skills (i.e., use the internet, read/reply to emails and open attachments, create word processing documents in Microsoft Word, etc.)
• Maintain routine contact with small children & with groups of children during cold & flu seasons
• Provide outdoor playground supervision in hot and cold weather conditions for extended periods of time
• Lift a small child of 3-6 years old (up to 50lbs), when necessary, to ensure child safety
• Complete CPR and other safety training and maintain related certifications

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES AND SKILLS

• Dynamic and empathetic communicator
• Child-focused, warm, caring, and supportive
• Passionate about teaching and learning
• Flexible and willing to work collaboratively with teams
• Committed to the school’s vision and mission

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

A criminal history background check will be required for the finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides support to teachers in preparing classroom activities & maintaining a clean classroom
• Assists in the implementation of class lessons, activities, and special events as instructed by the teacher or the Early Years PYP Coordinator
• Creates a Spanish immersion environment in the classroom
• Helps maintain the flow of classroom activities by organizing and preparing supplies and materials for student use, and adhering to planned schedules
• Develops and maintains an awareness of student needs, class rules, class procedures, and instructional materials in order to anticipate and respond in the classroom environment
• Supervises the class or group independently on brief occasions when the teacher is out of the room, and carries out class activities as directed by the teacher in his/her absence
• Assists with the execution of behavior management plans to improve student behavior as directed by the teachers and the school counselors
• Provides personal assistance to students, as required by their age and developmental level, including: helping with meal times, toileting, dressing/undressing, and/or other personal needs
• Serves as a role model for students by dressing professionally, demonstrating the importance of learning, accepting responsibility, and showing pride in the education profession
• Participates actively in training opportunities to ensure continual professional growth
• Participates in fundraising and marketing efforts to support the school’s growth
• Promotes the school’s mission and builds relationships with community partners
• Supervises students in activities outside of the classroom, including carline, music room, library, and playground areas
• Ensures the safety and productivity of time spent in these areas by:
• Observing students carefully at all times
• Exercising good judgment and patience in supervising children
• Maintaining an understanding of safety procedures
• Taking initiative to intervene when necessary
• Managing and caring for materials used in these activities
• Assists with the formulation and execution of plans to meet student needs
• Assists with special events and meetings

OTHER DUTIES:

Performs other duties as assigned, which may change at any time with or without notice.