Anticipated - Duty Free Teacher Assistance (EC-5)

Dallas Independent School District; Seagoville (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Independent School District is seeking an Anticipated Duty Free Teacher Assistant (EC-5). The role supports classroom activities, assists with student management, and tutors students in small groups to reinforce learning.

Applicants should have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and a paraprofessional certificate. They must be able to communicate effectively with students, parents and staff and be flexible to evolving classroom needs.

Qualifications

• Accredited Senior High School Diploma or equivalent, plus one option listed.
• Paraprofessional certificate required from State Board of Certification.
• Proficient in basic communication techniques and language.
• Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with students, staff, parents and the public.
• Demonstrated initiative and willingness to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Good writing skills and ability to communicate with students, parents, employees.
• Demonstrated flexibility to cope with a changing world.
• Willingness to stay current with developments in the profession.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting intensified learning experiences for students in the EC-5 area and relieve teachers of non-instructional duties.
• Assist with student arrival/departure management and attendance tracking.
• Perform supportive tasks for a certified teacher that are primarily non-instructional.
• Support teachers and students in achieving program objectives and activities.
• Maintain discipline in the absence of the teacher and tutor students individually or in small groups.
• Assist in filing, organizing materials for distribution and recording information.
• Maintain student records, attendance and files; perform other duties as assigned.
• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Writing skills

Initiative

Adaptability

Continual learning

Education

Senior High School Diploma or equivalent (U.S.A. equivalency)

Paraprofessional certificate (State Board of Certification)

Pass an academic assessment

Job description

Job Description - Anticipated - Duty Free Teacher Assistance (EC-5) (RTP20260813-012)

Job Description

Anticipated - Duty Free Teacher Assistance (EC-5) - ( RTP20260813-012 )

Description

• Assist in conducting intensified learning experience for students in assigned area and relieves teacher of various non-instructional duties
• Assist teacher in the management of student arrival and departure time
• Perform supportive tasks for a certified teacher that is primarily non-instructional in nature
• Assist teacher and students in achieving the objectives of the program or activities
• Maintain discipline in the absence of the teacher
• Tutor students individually or in small groups to reinforce and follow-up learning activity
• Assist in filing, organizing materials for distribution and recording information
• Assist in maintaining student records, attendance and files
• Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned
• Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Travel throughout the district is integral to this job. A remote working environment /alternate work arrangement is not an option for campus-based employees/campus-based positions because regular and punctual attendance at the worksite and performing all duties at the worksite are essential job duties for all campus-based personnel.

Qualifications

• Accredited Senior High School Diploma or equivalent (U.S.A. equivalency) , plus one of the following: Associate degree, 48 college credit hours, pass an academic assessment
• Paraprofessional certificate required from State Board of Certification
• Proficient in basic communication techniques and language
• Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, parents and the general public
• Demonstrated initiative and a willingness to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must possess good writing skills and be able to communicate effectively with students, parents, and employees
• Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world
• Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession