Instructional Aide - Bilingual
About the Employer
Instructional Aide, Bilingual (Pre-K)
Job Summary
Job Title: Instructional Aid, Pre-K Bilingual
Reports to: Campus Principal
Department: Campus Assigned
Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt
Pay Grade: IS1
Days: 187
Primary Purpose
Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under supervision of certified teacher.
Qualifications
Education/Certification
Associate degree or higher; or Minimum of forty-eight (48) semester college hours from an accredited college or university;
High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency) and passed the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) test;
Be eligible to obtain a Paraprofessional Certificate issued by the State Board of Educator Certification.
Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.
Special Knowledge/Skills
Ability to work well with children
Ability to work with small groups of students
Ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish (verbal, written, and reading)
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to perform multiple duties simultaneously.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and Windows.
Self-directed with high organizational skills.
Experience
1 Year Experience Working with Children
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Instructional Support
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 with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
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 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.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used
Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals;
Standard instructional and audiovisual 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