In School Intervention Program Classroom Assistant (MHS)

Mesquite ISD; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite ISD in Mesquite, TX is seeking an In School Intervention Program Classroom Assistant for MHS to support teachers and students in daily classroom activities. You will assist with materials, supervise students, and provide tutoring in small groups or individually as requested, under the guidance of a certified teacher.

This full-time, non-exempt paraprofessional position requires a High School Diploma or GED and offers opportunities to contribute to a positive school culture and student

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with children preferred.
• Ability to work well with children and staff.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the teacher to set up classroom and prepare materials for specialized instructional units.
• Escort student to and from various rooms.
• Assist in small group pupil instruction and tutor students at teacher's request.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom (lunchroom, bus, playground).
• Record attendance information and related clerical functions with the teacher.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Work with children

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

In School Intervention Program Classroom Assistant (MHS) JobID: 4520

• Position Type: Paraprofessional - Campus/ Instructional Assistant

Pay Grade: 1
Shift Type:Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To:Principal

EMPLOYMENT BEGINS:As soon as possible

PRIMARY PURPOSE

• To assist one or more teachers in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements.
• Work under the supervision of certified teacher.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma/GED

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS

• Ability to work well with children and exhibit effective working relationships with staff and school community
• Ability to communicate effectively.

EXPERIENCE

• None
• Some experience working with children preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Collaborate with the teacher to set up classroom and prepare materials for specialized instructional units.
• Escort student to and from various rooms.
• Assist in small group pupil instruction and tutor students at teacher's request.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes the lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems concerning individual students.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Help maintain discipline and other non-instructional functions.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Record attendance information and related clerical functions with the teacher.
• Supervise students when teacher is temporarily absent.
• 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.
• Maintain emotional control under stress.
• Occasional lifting and/or moving of up to 20 lbs.
• Standing, bending, walking, talking, and hearing.
• Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

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.