Primary Purpose:

Provide instructional assistance and classroom supervision for students. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

This is a temporary position and will be based on the needs of the district.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Associate's degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have completed a formal

academic assessment in order to meet Highly Qualified requirements

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:

Previous experience working with children preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

* Provide instruction to students under the direction of the 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 a neat and orderly classroom.

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

* Help teachers 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 the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

* Make teachers aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

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

* Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.

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