Classroom Paraprofessional 9th-12th (Academic Career Center)

Education Service Center, Region 2; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Education Service Center, Region 2 seeks a Classroom Paraprofessional to support teachers in delivering instructional programs. Responsibilities include preparing instructional materials, managing classroom displays, and assisting substitute teachers.

The role involves supervising students, assisting with testing, and following district safety procedures. A high school diploma or GED is required, with any teaching aide certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Ability to work well with children.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Conduct instructional exercises with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom.
• Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Attendance is necessary for the job function.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Communication

Education

High school Diploma

GED certificate

Associate degree

Two years college study

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Primary Purpose

To provide support to help the classroom teacher deliver a quality instructional program. Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities. Work under general supervision of principal and immediate direction of certified teacher.

Job Title: Classroom Paraprofessional

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s)

Assigned Date Revised: 10/2023

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

High school Diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Have met formal academic assessment, associate degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning or TOPS training*

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/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

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Instructional Support

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.

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 may include 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.
• Attendance is necessary for the job function.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional 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

• Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.

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

Building/Campus Academic Career Center

Additional Job Information

Salary: From 14.50

Salary: To 16.95

187 working days