Classroom Aide

Primary Purpose:

Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under supervision of certified teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

AND

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Preferred Associate's Degree, a minimum of 48 college hours, or pass equivalency test (Necessary

for Highly Qualified status)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to work well with children

Knowledge of general office equipment

Proficient skills in typing, word processing, and file maintenance

Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow verbal and written directions

Patient and calm demeanor with students and others

Basic academic skills

Experience:

Experience working with children in an instructional setting

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials, instructional activities and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist teachers in the use of technology to enhance student learning.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Copier, personal computer, and audiovisual equipment.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.