REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL AND TEACHER (S) ASSIGNED
ROLE AND PURPOSE:
Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher.
Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
Associate’s degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal
academic assessment as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) 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
1. Provide instruction to students under the direction of the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
2. Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
3. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments
4. Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
5. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
6. Help teachers keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
7. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
8. Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty as appropriate.
9. Make teachers aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
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10. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
11. Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
12. Maintain confidentiality and model professionalism at all times for students and staff.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding and use of a mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Frequent district-wide travel; occasional statewide travel
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
