What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Paraprofessional position at Region 8 ESC?
Job Title: Classroom Aide Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt
Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned Date Revised:
Dept./School:
Primary Purpose:
Provide instructional assistance to students under the supervision of a certified teacher and assist with DAEP duties when a student is placed in an alternative placement setting. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities. Possible coaching opportunities.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Associate’s degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment requirements
Valid Texas educational aide certificate - school district can help with this
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
- Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
- Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
- Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
- Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
- Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
- Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
Student Management
- Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
- Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
Other
- Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
- Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.