Aide instructional

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/CertificationAssociate Degree, two years of study (48 college hours) at an institute of higher learning, or meet formal academic assessmentValid Texas educational aide certificateSpecial Knowledge/SkillsAbility to assist with classroom instructionAbility to work well with childrenEffective communication (verbal and written), organizational, and interpersonal skillsAbility to speak and write Spanish, preferredExperience:Experience working with childrenMajor 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 districts 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