Thorndale Independent School District

Job Posting: Elementary Classroom Educational Aide

Position: Elementary Classroom Educational Aide
Campus: Elementary School
Reports To: Campus Principal and/or Assigned Teacher
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Grade: Based on District Pay Scale
Work Calendar: District School Calendar

Primary Purpose

Assist the classroom teacher in providing instructional support and supervision to elementary students. Help maintain a positive, safe, and organized learning environment while supporting students' academic, social, and emotional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet applicable educational aide requirements established by the Texas Education Agency and the District.
• Ability to work effectively with children and adults.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow directions and work collaboratively as part of an instructional team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student information.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent or designee may deem appropriate.

Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional Support

• Assist the classroom teacher with implementing lesson plans and classroom activities.
• Provide individual and small-group assistance to students as directed by the teacher.
• Reinforce skills taught by the teacher in reading, writing, mathematics, and other subject areas.
• Help prepare instructional materials, classroom activities, and learning centers.
• Monitor student progress and communicate observations to the classroom teacher.

Classroom Management and Supervision

• Assist in maintaining a positive, orderly, and supportive classroom environment.
• Supervise students during classroom activities, transitions, lunch, recess, and other assigned duties.
• Help students develop appropriate behavior, social skills, and independence.
• Follow campus procedures for student safety, discipline, and emergency situations.

Classroom Organization

• Prepare, organize, and distribute classroom materials and supplies.
• Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom.
• Operate classroom equipment and instructional technology as needed.
• Assist with copying, filing, recordkeeping, and other classroom tasks.

Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality of student and school information.
• Communicate professionally with students, staff, parents, and visitors.
• Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and professional development.
• Follow all District policies, campus procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the campus principal or supervising teacher.

Knowledge and Skills

• Basic understanding of elementary student learning and development.
• Ability to communicate clearly and positively with children.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to support students with varying academic and behavioral needs.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with students, teachers, and staff.
• Basic computer and technology skills preferred.

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in an elementary classroom and other campus settings.
• Frequent interaction with students and staff.
• May require standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and moving classroom materials.
• Must be able to respond appropriately to student needs and emergency situations.
• Must comply with applicable District health, safety, and physical requirements.

Thorndale ISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon applicable background checks and other District hiring requirements.