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Edinburg CISD

Curriculum Assistant

Edinburg, TX · On-site

Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction Ability to evaluate instructional program and ... Responsible for maintaining a safe and functional learning environment. * Assist the principal in ...

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As of Aug 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for environmental program assistant in McAllen, TX is $20.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.86 and $23.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectEnvironmental Program AssistantEnvironmental Technician
Required CredentialsAssociate's degree or relevant certificationAssociate's degree or technical certification
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, project coordinationFieldwork, site assessments
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies, NGOs, consulting firmsEnvironmental consulting, government agencies
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level roles in environmental supportMore field-focused, technical tasks

Environmental Program Assistants primarily handle administrative and coordination tasks in office settings, supporting environmental projects. In contrast, Environmental Technicians focus on fieldwork, conducting site assessments and data collection. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds but differ in work environment and responsibilities, making them distinct yet related entry-level positions in the environmental industry.

What types of projects and teams do Environmental Program Assistants typically work with, and how do they contribute to environmental initiatives?

Environmental Program Assistants often work on a variety of projects, such as community outreach, environmental education, data collection, and field research. They usually support program coordinators and environmental scientists, collaborating with both internal teams and external partners like government agencies or nonprofit organizations. Their contributions might include organizing events, assisting with grant applications, tracking project progress, and communicating findings to stakeholders. This role offers hands-on experience with real-world environmental issues, and provides opportunities to develop valuable skills in project management, communication, and teamwork.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Environmental Program Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Environmental Program Assistant, you need foundational knowledge in environmental science, data collection, and program coordination, typically supported by a relevant degree or coursework. Familiarity with GIS software, environmental monitoring tools, and standard office applications is often required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities help you manage tasks and work collaboratively with teams and stakeholders. These skills and qualities are important to ensure accurate data management, smooth program operations, and successful implementation of environmental initiatives.

What does an Environmental Program Assistant do?

An Environmental Program Assistant supports the planning, implementation, and monitoring of environmental projects and initiatives. They often help with data collection, report preparation, community outreach, and organizing events related to environmental conservation. This role is essential in ensuring that environmental programs run smoothly and effectively, providing administrative and technical support as needed. Environmental Program Assistants typically work for government agencies, non-profits, or private organizations focused on environmental issues.
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Curriculum Assistant

Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District

Edinburg, TX • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Campus Administration/Curriculum Assistant
Date Posted:
7/22/2026
Location:
Brewster School
Date Available:
07/22/2026
REPORTS TO:
Campus Principal
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Open Until Filled
LENGTH OF WORK YEAR:
222 days
DATE REVISED
06/19/2019
WAGE/HOUR STATUS:
Exempt
SALARY RANGE:
$75,493 Minimum
$106,418 Maximum
PAY GRADE:
NTP
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Assist the school principal in overall administration of instructional program and campus level operations. Coordinate assigned student activities and services.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
TEA certification requirements
Master's degree
Texas Mid-management or Principal certificate required
Certified Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) Appraiser
Valid Texas teaching certificate
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Working knowledge of curriculum and instruction
Ability to evaluate instructional program and teaching effectiveness
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to coordinate campus functions
Ability to interpret policy, procedures and data
Strong organizational, communication, public relations and enter-personal skills
Experience:
Three years of classroom teacher experience required
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
  • Assist with the design and management of strategic long-range and short-term plans both at the campus level and the district level.
  • Assist with monitoring and implementing a balanced and comprehensive core instructional curriculum that reflects student diverse language and academic needs.
  • Assist in the desegregation and utilization of data to improve the core instructional program for students at-risk.
  • Assist in setting grade level expectations with clearly articulated timelines, benchmark assessments, monitoring and intervention strategies to assure success for each target student.
  • Assist in the planning and implementation of an intensive and sustained staff development program for effective instruction.
  • Coordinate curriculum alignment activities.
  • Assist in the integration of technology into the instructional program.

Instructional Management
  • Participate in development and evaluation of educational programs.
  • Encourage and support development of innovative instructional programs, helping teachers pilot such efforts when appropriate.
  • Promote the use of technology in teaching/learning process.

School/Organizational Climate
  • Establish, maintain and enforce standards of conduct for students.
  • Promote a positive, caring climate for learning.
  • Deal sensitively and fairly with persons from diverse cultural backgrounds.
  • Communicate effectively with students and staff.
  • Provide for emergency and disaster preparedness to ensure the safety of students and staff.

School/Organizational Improvement
  • Participate in the development of campus improvement plans with staff, parents and community members.
  • Assist principal develop, maintain and use information systems to maintain records to track progress on

campus performance objectives and academic excellence indicators.
Personnel Management
  • Observe employee performance, record observations and conduct evaluation conferences.
  • Assist principal in interviewing, selecting and orienting new staff.

Administration and Fiscal/Facilities Management
  • Coordinate all support services with the appropriate personnel.
  • Coordinate and implement the district student support pre-referral process (before Special Education)
  • Coordinate and implement the tutorial services for students.
  • Coordinate and implement the parental involvement program at the campus level and align it to district initiatives.
  • Coordinate and implement the LPAC procedures to ensure appropriate placement of all LEP/ESL students in a manner aligned to state and federal statutes and guidelines developing and implementing an effective student advisory program.
  • Assist with the identification of students on free lunches as needed.
  • Responsible for the accurate accounting of students.
  • Supervise the effective implementation of student attendance.
  • Organize and manage the student attendance waiver committees.
  • Assist the principal in aligning the budget in the area of student attendance.
  • File truancies as prescribed by law.
  • Responsible for maintaining a safe and functional learning environment.
  • Assist the principal in aligning the campus budget to the goal area of safe learning environment.
  • Supervise custodial staff and services.
  • Supervise security personnel and services.
  • Coordinate student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior.
  • Schedules and coordinates all extra and co-curricular activities.
  • Develop and monitor a system to supervise all extra and co-curricular activities.
  • Train all appropriate staff on all extra and co-curricular rules, procedures, etc.
  • Order and distribute all campus instructional materials to staff and students.
  • Maintain accurate inventory on all instructional materials.
  • Assist the principal in aligning the campus budget to this goal area.
  • Maintain an accurate and current personnel PEIMS data.
  • Assist the principal in future staffing projections.
  • Coordinate and plan for future technology initiatives.
  • Develop a computer driven method of tracking substitutes, teacher duty schedules, student activities, etc.
  • Supervise and manage instructional software and hardware.
  • Supervise operations in principal's absence.
  • Assist in planning daily school activities by participating in the development of class schedules, teacher assignments and extra-curricular activity schedules.
  • Supervise reporting and monitoring of student attendance and work with attendance clerk on follow-up

investigations.
  • Supervise and manage the identification, documentation and reporting of leavers.
  • Assist with safety inspections and safety drill practice activities.
  • Coordinate transportation, custodial, cafeteria and other support services.
  • Comply with federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule and board policy.

Student Management
  • Attends extra-curricular activities as assigned.
  • Ensure that students are adequately supervised during non-instructional periods.
  • Assist in developing a student discipline management system that results in positive student behavior.
  • Ensure that school rules are uniformly observed and that student discipline is appropriate and equitable.
  • Conduct conferences on student and school issues with parents, students and teachers.

Discipline Responsibilities
  • Process discipline referral using adopted district and campus procedures.
  • Provide timely feedback to teachers, parents, ISS and others as appropriate.
  • Supervise halls, grounds, and extra co-curricular activities.
  • Schedule and attend parent conferences as needed.
  • Process discipline information on PEIMS on a daily basis.
  • Follow administrative procedures when referring students to alternative education placements.

Substitute Responsibilities
  • Contact and schedule substitute teachers as assigned.
  • Maintain accurate information regarding the hiring of substitute teachers and evaluate their performance.

PDAS Responsibilities
  • Follow the district teacher appraisal procedures as assigned by the principal.
  • Keep accurate records/documentation to support T-TESS appraisals.

Professional Growth and Development
  • Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignment.

School/Community Relations
  • Articulate the school's mission to community and solicit its support in realizing mission.
  • Communicate effectively with parents, community and civic organization.
  • Performs all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or to others.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Share supervisory responsibility for professional staff with school principal. Supervise and evaluate the performance of staff assigned to campus including teacher(s), counselor(s), Librarian(s), instructional aides, clerical support staff, custodians and others as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
  • Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions; occasional district wide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; conduct and/or attend occasional staff development

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Nondiscrimination StatementEdinburg CISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Title IX issues: Mark Micallef, m.micallef@ecisd.us, Director of Personnel/Legal Issues, ADA/504 issues: Sofia Hinojosa, sofia.hinojosa@ecisd.us , Director of Student & Social Services, 411 N. 8thAvenue, Edinburg, TX 78539, (956) 289-2300.
Edinburg CISD no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, discapacidad o edad en sus programas o actividades y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados. La
siguiente persona ha sido designada para manejar consultas sobre las pol ticas de no discriminaci n: Title IX issues: Mark Micallef, m.micallef@ecisd.us, Director of Personnel/Legal Issues, ADA/504 issues: Sofia Hinojosa, sofia.hinojosa@ecisd.us , Director of Student & Social Services, 411 N. 8th Avenue, Edinburg, TX 78539, (956) 289-2300.

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