Job Title:                       Aide, Pre-Kindergarten

Reports to:                    Principal

Dept./School:               Menchaca Early Childhood Center

Wage/Hour Status:      Nonexempt

Pay Grade:                    CTI1 – 187 days

Primary Purpose:

Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under supervision of certified teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• 48 accredited college hours or Meets No Child Left Behind requirements
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

• Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
General

1.   Demonstrates thoroughness, reliability and a high degree of accuracy in
      performing work assignments.
2.   Works cooperatively with others and maintains a positive attitude in the work
      environment.
3.   Demonstrates initiative and good judgment in problem solving and decision
      making.
4.   Reports promptly and maintains good attendance.
5.   Uses time productively on the job.
6.   Follows district policies, rules and regulations
7.   Accepts supervisory direction.
8.   Strives to improve job skills.
9.   Demonstrates tact, courtesy and helpfulness in dealing with staff, students,
      parents, and visitors in the district.

Instructional Support

1. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
2. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
3. Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
4. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
5. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
6. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

1. Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual
   students or small groups.
   Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom
    including 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Equipment Used:
Copier, personal computer, and audiovisual equipment

Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

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

The foregoing 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.