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

Minimum of 48 college hours of post secondary training, Associate’s degree, two years of study at an

 institute of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment required by No Child Left

 Behind Act.

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 direct instruction of students under direct supervision of teacher.
  2. Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
  3. Assist in classroom management.
  4. Conduct parent involvement activities.
  5. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
  6. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
  7. Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
  8. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
  9. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
  10. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

  1. Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
  2. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

  1. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
  2. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
  3. Maintain confidentiality.
  4. Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Copier, personal computer, typewriter, and audiovisual equipment.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.

 

The forgoing 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.