Description
Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.
Responsibilities
Instructional Support
Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher, work with individual students or small groups.
Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
Help maintain neat and orderly classrooms.
Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
Help teachers keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
Student Management
Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
Other
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.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Tools/Equipment Used
Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
Working Conditions
Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
Motion: Moderate walking
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise
Mental Demands: Must be willing to be flexible in time schedules. Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Work with frequent deadlines.
Physical Demands: High physical stamina necessary. Repetitive hand motions. Strenuous walking, standing, climbing, and heavy lifting and carrying (20-50 pounds). Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, ladders, and/or scaffolding.
Environmental Factors: Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Frequent working alone.
Qualifications Profile
Education/Certification
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*
Experience
Valid Texas driver's license
Special Knowledge/Skills
Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
Ability to work well with children
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to understand detailed written or oral instructions
Team oriented and self-motivated
Neat in appearance
FLSA Status
Non-exempt
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