TEACHER ASSISTANT

About the role

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Aid in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Aid the teacher in the 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.
• Supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom.
• Help teachers be aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*
• 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.

Benefits

Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.