Primary Purpose
Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.
Qualifications
Education
- High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
- Have met formal academic assessment, associates degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning
- Valid Texas educational aide certificate
- Lumberton ISD can facilitate gaining certification upon hire
Special Knowledge and 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
- Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I Part A program on the Early Childhood or Primary School campus
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Instructional Support
- Provide instruction to students under the direction of 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 neat and orderly classroom
- Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports
- Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
Student Management
- Help supervise students throughout school day inside and outside classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty
- Make teacher 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
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Mental Demands
- Physical Demands
- Moderate standing, occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
- Moderate walking
- Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying less than 15 pounds
Environmental Factors
- Work inside and outside
- Exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather
- Exposure to noise
Tools and Equipment Used
- Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals
- Standard instructional equipment