Classroom Instructional Aide

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
• 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

Responsibilities

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
• 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
• 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
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures

Working Conditions

Tools/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 with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress