2026-2027 - Classroom Paraprofessional - Teacher Aide K-5 (187 Days)

Job Title: Classroom Paraprofessional - Primary Wage/ Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Primary Teacher / Primary Principal HR Revised: May 2024

Department: Primary School

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY

The primary function of the Classroom Paraprofessional is to assist teachers in providing for physical and instructional needs of students and achieve instructional goals and objectives.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma / GED required; Associate''s degree preferred.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of experience working with children in an educational capacity.
• Must be legally able to work in the United States.
• Must complete the state-required fingerprinting and criminal background check.
• Must comply with TEA regulations, applicable federal, state, and local laws, school policies, and standards of the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in a patient, flexible, and versatile manner.
• Must display strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to multi-task and prioritize.
• Must be able to work autonomously as well as a member of a team.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Shares a strong commitment to the success of the mission, goals, and objectives of Westlake Academy.
• Assists teachers in implementing curriculum.
• Assists in maintaining an environment conducive to learning, including a neat, clean, and orderly classroom.
• Supervises small groups of students.
• Assists teacher in preparing instructional materials, administration, and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Assists with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Conducts instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; works with individual students or small groups.
• Supervises students throughout the school day, inside and outside classroom, as assigned.
• Manages the behavior of assigned students as needed according to Academy policies.
• Assumes responsibility for learning and adapting to each student's special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
• Participates in faculty meetings, professional development, and special events.
• Utilizes effective communication skills; ensures all interactions with students, Academy personnel, and parents are supportive, courteous, and respectful.
• Participates in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Complies with all WA policies/procedures, legal requirements, verbal, and written directives.
• Uses methods and modes of instruction reflective of the IB program; directs the learning process toward achievement of curriculum goals.
• Maintains confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees outside the school.
• Possesses basic technology competencies.
• Continually supports classroom methods, teaching techniques, increase knowledge of content subject matter, and interpersonal relationships.
• Accepts and uses constructive feedback in a professional manner.

OTHER DUTIES

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Primary Principal or Head of School.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated at least annually by the Primary Principal or Assistant Principal.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion: Frequent walking; repetitive hand motions, frequent keyboarding, and use of mouse; occasional reaching.

Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 lbs.); may lift and move equipment; occasional physical restraint of students to control behavior.

Environment: Work inside, may work outside.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours.

DISCLAIMER

This position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.