EXEMPTION STATUS:  Non Exempt

REPORTS TO:  Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  10 months

HOURLY SALARY RANGE:  Minimum $11.25, Midpoint $14.07, Maximum $16.88

Primary Purpose:

Provide instructional support services.  Assist the teacher in instruction, preparation, and management of classroom activities.  Work under the direct supervision of the teacher(s).

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

Associate Degree, two years of study (48 college hours) at an institute of higher learning, or meet formal academic assessment

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to assist with classroom instruction

Ability to work well with children

Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational, and interpersonal skills

Ability to speak and write Spanish, preferred

Experience:

Experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Strategies

• Provide direct instruction to students as assigned by the teacher and work with individual students and small groups.
• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays, administering and scoring assignments and assessments, preparing records and reports, and maintaining a neat and orderly learning environment.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers, as needed.
• Assist in conducting parent involvement activities.

Student Management

• Assist with classroom management.
• Supervise students throughout the day, before and after school, inside and outside the classroom, in the cafeteria, in the hallway, at drop-off/pick-up locations, on the bus, on the playground, on field trips, and at other times and locations as assigned.
• Keep the teacher informed of special needs and issues of individual students.

Professional Growth and Development

• Maintain familiarity with district curriculum and initiatives to better serve the needs of students.
• Participate in professional learning activities to improve job-related skills and demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and special events as assigned.

Communication

• Establish and maintain appropriate communication and a professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the district and demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible as set out in the Texas Educator Code of Ethics.
• Articulate the district’s mission and goals to the community and solicit community support.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of student and district information.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard classroom equipment, computer, peripherals, other electronic devices
• Posture: Prolonged sitting/standing, frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking; frequent repetitive hand motions, keyboarding, use of mouse, wrist flexion/extension
• Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds without assistance, 30-55 pounds with assistance, and more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance
• Environment: Work inside and outside; regular exposure to noise; occasional exposure to contagious diseases
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruption