About this role
Reports to: Campus Principal and Assigned Teacher(s) Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt
Dept./School: Assigned Campus Pay Family: Clerical/Paraprofessional
PC Assignment: Aide, General Pay Grade: 01
PC Assignment Code: 71004 Minimum Salary: $15.55
Insight: Support Duty Days: 187 days per school year
Primary Purpose: Assists teachers in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Works under the supervision of a certified teacher. Qualifications: Education (must meet one of the following)
• High school diploma or equivalent with the ability to pass a rigorous content-oriented exam, or
• 48 semester hours of college credit, or
• Associate degree
Certification
• Current Texas educational aide certificate or ability to obtain
Experience
• Experience working with children
Knowledge and Skills
• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
Key Responsibilities: Instructional Support
• Assist teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teachers keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
Student Management
• Conduct instructional exercises the teacher assigns and work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep the teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
Additional Responsibilities:
• Adhere to all district policies, procedures, and expectations as outlined in the employee handbook and administrative regulations.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Participate in professional development, faculty/department meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the mission and goals of the campus and district.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
• None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools and Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping Motion: Moderate walking Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise Mental Demands: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; may require occasional district-wide and statewide travel This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.