TEACHER ASSISTANT

**MULTIPLE POSITIONS OPEN ACROSS THE DISTRICT

INSTRUCTIONAL TEACHER ASSISTANT** Job Title: Classroom Instructional Aide Exemption Status: Nonexempt Wage/Hour: $11.00 - $17.00 184 Days Reports to: Campus Principal School: Assigned Campus Primary Purpose Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities. Qualifications 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* Valid Texas educational aide certificate Special Knowledge/Skills Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics Ability to work well with children Ability to communicate effectively Experience Some experience working with children Major Responsibilities And Duties Instructional Support

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of the 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 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.

Student Management

• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Make teachers 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.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment 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: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

• Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.