Title I Teacher Assistant (Grades: 7-8)

Basic Functions

• Conduct intensified learning experiences for students in assigned areas
• Relieve teachers of various non-instructional duties
• Assist in managing student arrival and departure times
• Perform supportive tasks, primarily non-instructional, for a certified teacher
• Help achieve program or activity objectives
• Maintain discipline in the absence of the teacher
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom
• Tutor students individually or in small groups
• Supervise students throughout the day, inside and outside the classroom
• Monitor hall, lunchroom, auditorium, gym, and playground
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare reports
• Aid in copying, organizing, and filing materials
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students
• Participate in staff development training programs
• Attend faculty meetings and special events as assigned
• Help decorate the classroom for special events, PTA meetings, holidays, etc.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or USA equivalency
• Associate Degree or 48 College credit hours or pass an academic assessment
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate
• Six months of knowledge and skills acquired through work experience or successful completion of a specific training program for teacher assistants preferred
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to follow instructions
• Demonstrated general knowledge of child growth and development
• Demonstrated flexibility to cope with changes
• Willingness to remain current with professional developments

Qualifications

• Knowledge and skills acquired through work experience or successful completion of a specific training program for teacher assistants preferred

Skills

• Supportive tasks, primarily non-instructional, for a certified teacher
• Ability to maintain discipline and order
• Ability to tutor and assist in learning activities
• Ability to manage and organize materials
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and teachers

Benefits

• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required
• Travel throughout the district is integral to this job

Pay

Minimum Salary: $28,342.00

Median Salary: $35,424.00

Schedule

Full-time