SIOP Aide

Primary Purpose

Assist the teacher(s) in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under the supervision of a certified teacher(s).

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate; PAC Test (No Child Left Behind) / 48 College Hours; Bilingual Test
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of general office equipment; light clerical skills; ability to work well with school-aged children; basic computer skills, i.e. Excel, word processing, Publisher
• Experience: Some experience working with school-aged children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy
• Assist the teacher(s) in preparing instructional materials
• Work with individual students or small groups to complete instructional exercises by the teacher(s)
• Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments
• Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom
• Keep the teacher(s) informed of any special needs or problems of individual students
• Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom
• Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment
• Assist the teacher(s) in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed
• Perform other duties as may be assigned

Working Conditions

Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress; interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent prolonged and irregular hours; repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer; steady phone interactions; moderate standing, walking, and bending.