District Wide - Educational Aide Pool

Lubbock Independent School District; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

Lubbock Independent School District is seeking an Educational Aide (General) to support teachers and students in the elementary/secondary education setting. The role involves assisting with instructional activities, supervising small groups, and helping manage classroom tasks to promote student achievement.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and a TEA paraprofessional certificate, along with experience working with children.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Texas Education Agency paraprofessional educational aide certificate required.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to get along with others and follow directions while working independently.
• Computer/typing skills and/or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Supervises small group student activities.
• Conducts one-on-one instructional activities.
• Performs clerical (instructional) activities for the classroom teacher.
• Distributes and collects instructional material.
• Assists in classroom management and supervision.
• Set up and assist with supervision of listening stations and/or centers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clear communication

English proficiency

Teamwork

Independence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

TEA paraprofessional certificate

Experience with children

Job description

Job Title: Educational Aide (General) Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Reports to: Campus Principal, Asst. Principal, or Pay Grade: IS 1

his/her designee and teacher assigned.

Dept./School: Elementary/Secondary Education Length of Contract: 10 mos.

Date: 2/12/19

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Texas Education Agency paraprofessional educational aide certificate
• Experience working with children
• Ability to get along with others and follow directions while working independently
• Computer/typing skills and/or willingness to learn

Job Goal:

The role of the educational aide is to assist classroom teacher(s) in facilitating student achievement; assist the teacher(s) in contributing to the educational system as a whole and to the growth of each student; assist the teacher(s) in aiding each student in developing skills, acquiring knowledge and achieving maximum potential.

Major Duties:

• Supervises small group student activities
• Conducts one-on-one instructional activities
• Performs clerical (instructional) activities for the classroom teacher
• Distributes and collects instructional material
• Assists in classroom management and supervision
• Set up and assist with supervision of listening stations and/or centers
• Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work in variable environmental conditions related to temperature, humidity and other atmosphere conditions.
• Possible travel by car, van or bus, and working alone or with others
• Physical ability to do lifting of 10 lbs. or more, talking, bending, kneeling, pulling, reaching, grasping, pushing, stooping, walking, standing, sitting, climbing, occasional running and the ability to move with agility.
• The ability to assist students with toileting and personal hygiene, feeding, mobility, positioning and seizure activity.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn behavior management intervention techniques.
• The ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
• The ability to understand and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to cope with biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate in oral and written form in English.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a cooperative manner with co-workers and supervisors
• Ability to follow directives from the principal, associate and assistant principal

General Employee Requirements:

• Support and align work with the mission, vision, and beliefs of the district.
• Follow and support board policies in areas of related responsibility.
• Ensure district resources are managed effectively to maximize resources for student learning.
• Share in the development and implementation of district success plans.
• Actively participate in ongoing development to improve work quality and district contribution.
• Model integrity, work ethic, and professionalism as a suitable example for LISD students.