SIOP Aide

Duty days: 185 • Pay grade: CO2

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 (if applicable)

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of general office equipment
• Light clerical skills
• Ability to work well with school-aged children
• Basic computer skills (Excel, word processing, Publisher)

Experience

• Some experience working with school-aged children

Responsibilities

• 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