About this role
QUALIFICATIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Teacher Aide Employee Name: ________________________________ Evaluation Period:________________________ Job Title: Teacher Aide Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned Terms of Employment: 187 days Unless otherwise specified in Personnel Memo or Change Memo Dept./School: Assigned campus Date Revised: 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 Valid Texas educational aide certificate Completed at least two years of study at an institution of higher education or Obtained an associate's (or higher) degree or Have met a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a formal state or local academic assessment- -knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathemantics; or -knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, writing readiness; and mathematics readiness, as appropriate Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to work well with children Ability to communicate effectively Experience: Some experience working with children Supervision/Monitor Responsibilities: Major Responsibilities and Duties: Instructional Support
• 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.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
7. Set up audio-visual equipment.
• Keeps and maintains a folder for each student if required by immediate supervisor.
• Keeps attendance records.
• Types and duplicates materials.
QUALIFICATIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Teacher Aide
• Distributes books and supplies to students.
• Delivers reports and materials to the office or other personnel.
Student Management
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher, work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Has ability to recognize individual differences.
Other
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.
Job Performance
• Shows knowledge of routines and processes required for job assignments.
• Follows instructions and procedures appropriately.
• Demonstrates thoroughness and attention to detail in carrying out job assignments.
• Shows initiative and good judgment in job performance.
• Uses time efficiently.
• Completes work on schedule.
• Adjusts well to new programs and ideas.
• Is dependable in the performance of assigned duties.
Administrative Requirements
• Demonstrates punctuality and good attendance in adhering to work schedule.
• Complies with directives and requests.
• Complies with board policies and administrative procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality of information.
• Uses English in informal situations.
• Informs school office of anticipated absence.
QUALIFICATIONS, DUTIES AND EVALUATION Teacher Aide Personal Attributes
• Maintains positive and productive working relationships and demonstrates tact and discretion in dealing with others.
• Maintains proper standards of conduct and appearance.
• Contributes to school's positive environment.
• Exhibits positive attitudes and enthusiasm in performance of duties.
• Shows interest in self-improvement and developing knowledge and skills.
Equipment Used Copier, computer and/or typewriter, and audiovisual equipment. Working Conditions Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.