POSITION SUMMARY

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.
Required Documents - Must be uploaded with application
1) Resume with work experience listed. Include months/years worked, company, title, and brief description of duties.
2) School transcript or diploma

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency.
• Experience working with children in any of the following: school, daycare, church, day camp, youth group, private school, licensed day-care center, or similar.
• Valid educational aide certificate issued by the State Board of Educator Certification (SBEC) must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
• Satisfactory outcome of fingerprint background check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates degree or higher from an accredited college/university.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of general office equipment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of the teacher, work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administering and scoring 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.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Make teachers aware of individual students’ unique needs or problems.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.