Life Skills Classroom Aide

About the Employer

Experience

Some experience working with children

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

Education/Certifications

• Para professional certification or Associate's degree
• Two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or formal academic assessment as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

Valid Texas Education Aide Certificate

Special knowledge/skills:
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively

Duties/Responsibilities

Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance. + Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• 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 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: Supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Other:

Tools/Equipment Used

Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; 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