Title I Teacher Assistant (Grades: 9-12)

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting intensified learning experiences for students in the assigned area and relieve the teacher of various non‑instructional duties.
• Assist the teacher in managing student arrival and departure times.
• Perform supportive tasks, primarily of a non‑instructional nature, for a certified teacher.
• Assist the teacher and students in achieving the objectives of the program or activities.
• Maintain discipline in the absence of the teacher.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Tutor students individually or in small groups to reinforce and follow‑up on learning activities.
• Help the teacher supervise students throughout the day, inside and outside the classroom, including hallways, lunchroom, auditorium, gym, and playground.
• Help the teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Assist the teacher with copying, organizing, and filing materials for distribution to students.
• Help with the inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Keep the teacher informed 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.
• Help decorate the classroom for special events, PTA meetings, holidays, etc.
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at the worksite.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or U.S. equivalency.
• Associate Degree, 48 college credit hours, or passing 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 verbal and written instructions.
• General knowledge of child growth/development and behavior characteristics.
• Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world.
• Willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment or alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus‑based employees because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus‑based personnel.

Location

Thomas Jefferson High School

Schedule

Full‑time

Pay

• Minimum Salary: $29,528.00
• Median Salary: $36,900.00