Instructional Aide - Essentials

Job Title: Instructional Aide - Essentials

Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s)

Assigned Pay Grade: CT-1 / 187 Days

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Date Revised: 06/25/2024

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 General Educational Development (GED) certificate

• Have met formal academic assessment requirements, hold an associate’s degree, or have completed two years of study at an institution of higher learning*

• Valid Texas educational aide certificate (prior to day one in the classroom)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work well with children

• Ability to communicate effectively

• Ability to instruct and manage student behavior

Experience:

• Some experience working with children

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Instructional Support

1. Provide instruction to students under the direction of the teacher and work with individual students or small groups.

2. Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.

3. Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments and work assignments.

4. Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.

5. Assist with the inventory, care, and maintenance of classroom equipment.

6. Help the teacher maintain administrative records and prepare required reports.

7. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

1. Help supervise students throughout the school day inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

2. Make the teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

1. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.

2. Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.

3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

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.

NOTE

*Required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides providing instructional support in Title I, Part A programs.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.