Educational Aide - High School / Welding

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Texas Education Agency paraprofessional educational aide certificate
• Experience working with children
• Ability to get along with others and follow directions while working independently
• Computer/typing skills or willingness to learn

Major Duties

• Supervises small group student activities
• Conducts one-on-one instructional activities
• Performs clerical (instructional) activities for the classroom teacher
• Distributes and collects instructional material
• Aids in classroom management and supervision
• Set up and assist with supervision of listening stations and/or centers
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work in variable environmental conditions
• Possible travel by car, van or bus
• Working alone or with others
• Physical ability to do lifting of 10 lbs. or more
• Ability to assist students with toileting and personal hygiene, feeding, mobility, positioning and seizure activity
• Knowledge of or ability to learn behavior management intervention techniques
• The ability to maintain emotional control under stress
• The ability to understand and maintain confidentiality
• The ability to cope with biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate in oral and written form in English
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a cooperative manner with co-workers and supervisors
• Ability to follow directives from the principal, associate and assistant principal

General Employee Requirements

• Support and align work with the mission, vision, and beliefs of the district
• Follow and support board policies in areas of related responsibility
• Ensure district resources are managed effectively to maximize resources for student learning
• Share in the development and implementation of district success plans
• Participate in ongoing development to improve work quality and district contribution
• Model integrity, work ethic, and professionalism as a suitable example for LISD students