EXPERIENCE:

Some experience working with children

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY:

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Instructional Support

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help teachers 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 classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Professional Effectiveness

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Follow district policies and procedures pertaining to the job assignment.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]
• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment.
• Environment: Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

• Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.