Bilingual Pre-Kindergarten Assistant (Galloway)

Mesquite ISD; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite ISD in Mississippi is seeking a Bilingual Pre-Kindergarten Assistant to support the teacher in daily classroom activities and to assist with small group instruction. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and involves arranging materials, supervising students, and assisting substitutes as needed.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, and reports to the Principal. It encompasses clerical duties, attendance recording, and collaboration on classroom setup and displays while

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in small group pupil instruction and tutor students at teacher's request.
• Plan and implement pre-kindergarten physical education instruction based on district provided curriculum.
• Help maintain discipline and other non-instructional functions.
• Record attendance information and related clerical functions with the teacher.
• Collaborate with the teacher to set up classroom and prepare materials for specialized instructional units.
• Assemble materials for bulletin boards and keep displays current.
• Operate standard school equipment such as laminator, copier, etc.
• Escort children to and from various rooms.
• Supervise students when teacher is temporarily absent
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Relationship building

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Bilingual Pre-Kindergarten Assistant (Galloway) JobID: 4516

• Position Type:
  Paraprofessional - Campus/ Instructional Assistant
  

Pay Grade: 2
Shift Type:Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To:Principal

EMPLOYMENT BEGINS:

As soon as possible

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

• To assist the teacher in general daily classroom activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma/GED

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Exhibit effective working relationships with students, staff and school community.
• Ability to communicate effectively

EXPERIENCE:

• None

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Assist in small group pupil instruction and tutor students at teacher's request.
• Plan and implement pre-kindergarten physical education instruction based on district provided curriculum.
• Help maintain discipline and other non-instructional functions.
• Record attendance information and related clerical functions with the teacher.
• Collaborate with the teacher to set up classroom and prepare materials for specialized instructional units.
• Assemble materials for bulletin boards and keep displays current.
• Operate standard school equipment such as laminator, copier, etc.
• Escort children to and from various rooms.
• Supervise students when teacher is temporarily absent
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

• Reading and comprehending simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; writing simple correspondence and effectively presenting information in one-on-one and small group situations.
• Applying common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 50 lbs.
• Standing, walking, talking, and hearing.
• Climbing, balancing, stooping kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Noise level is usually loud at a standard acceptable level for this

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