Judson ISD is Hiring a Pre-K Aide - District Wide - 2024-2025 Near San Antonio, TX
Job DescriptionTitle Pre-K Teacher AideDepartment Campus BasedReports To Campus PrincipalCompensationCIS 303Days 185Revised: 09/15/2021 Primary PurposeAssist the teacher in preparation of management of classroom activities and clerical requirements. Minimum QualificationsEducation and Certification Requirements
High school graduate or GED equivalent
Minimum of forty-eight (48) semester college; an Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university; or have met formal academic assessment as required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) *Details about ESSA classes are available here https://www.esc20.net/apps/pages/paraprofessional
Eligible to obtain an Educational Aide certificate issued by the State Board of Educator Certification
CPR, First Aid and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certified, to be completed within 90 days of hire
Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check
Knowledge And Skills
Ability to work well with children
Ability to communicate effectively
Follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to remain calm in a stressful situation
Health and physical qualifications appropriate for the demands of the position
Major Responsibilities And Duties(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)
Perform tasks under the general supervision of a certified teacher or teaching team
Release the teacher from routine tasks and participates in selecting, organizing, and evaluating program elements
Provide assistance to teacher in preparing and using instructional materials
Conduct drills and exercises with groups and individual students as directed by the teacher
Assist in administration and scoring of measurement instruments and daily student work
Assist students with programmed or precise units of instruction
Help with record keeping, health routines, lunchroom and playground activities
Attend to the physical needs of students when necessary and assists in the training of self-help skills
Accompany classes on field trips
Attend appropriate in-service training sessions
Assist with loading and unloading of school buses
Perform other duties as assigned, based on campus needs
Must complete designated district technology proficiencies each year
Requires a basic knowledge of technology/computer skills
Ability to use personal computer to access district programs, emails, and other resources
Maintain a consistent professional demeanor and appearance
Ensure compliance with the Texas Educator’s Code of Ethics
Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervision and evaluation of district personnel is not a requirement of the position; however, the supervision of students is required. Equipment Used
Office equipment – personal computer, printer, calculator, multi-line telephone, software programs and peripherals, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position
Mental Demands
Ability to read, concentrate, communicate (verbally and written), interpret, reason, understand verbal instructions, memorize, coordinate, compile, compute,
Work with frequent interruptions and maintain emotional control under stress
Nondiscrimination StatementThe Judson School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status.