Primary Purpose :
Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.
Qualifications :
Education / Certification :
High school diploma or GED
Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*
Valid Texas educational aide certificate
Special Knowledge / Skills :
Ability to work well with children
Ability to communicate effectively
Experience :
Some experience working with children
Major Responsibilities and Duties :
Instructional Support
- Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
- Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
- Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
- Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
- Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
- Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
- Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
Student Management
- Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
- Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
Other
- Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
- Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities :
None
Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :
Tools / Equipment Used : Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
Posture : Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
Motion : Moderate walking
Lifting : Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment : Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise.
Mental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
- Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.