JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Pre-KClassroom Instructional Aide Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned Date Revised: November 2023

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

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 hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

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 assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:
Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

1. Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.

2. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.

3. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.

4. Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.

5. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.

6. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.

7. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers

Student Management

8. Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

9. Assist with students’ personal care as required.

10. Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

11. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.

12. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.

13. 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

Benefits

MFISD offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees. TRS-ActiveCare participants can choose from three medical plan options, with MFISD contributing $445 towards their monthly medical premiums. Additionally, employees receive a $10,000 Basic Life Insurance Policy at no cost. Optional plans available for purchase include dental, vision, disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, healthcare FSA, among others.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.89 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Spicewood, TX 78669: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person