About this role
Job Title: Instructional Aide Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned Pay Grade: Dept./School: Date Revised: Primary Purpose: Provide instructional support services. Assist teacher in instruction, preparation, and management of classroom activities. Work under direct supervision of teacher. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Associate's degree, two years of study at an institute of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment required by No Child Left Behind Act. Valid Texas educational aide certificate 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 direct instruction of students under direct supervision of teacher.
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist in classroom management.
• Conduct parent involvement activities.
• 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.
Student Management
• 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.
Other
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Equipment Used: Copier, personal computer, typewriter, and audiovisual equipment. Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.