Instructional Aide- Team Center

Connally ISD; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Connally ISD in Texas seeks an instructional aide to support classroom teachers by assisting with instruction, materials, and student activities.

The role includes supervising students, preparing instructional materials, scoring tests, and maintaining records. Qualified candidates hold a Texas educational aide certificate and can communicate effectively with children and staff.

Qualifications

• Must have ability to assist in teaching reading, writing and math.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate required or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the supervision of a certified teacher.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of tests.
• Maintain neat and orderly classroom and office records.
• Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Support substitute teachers with orientation and assistance.

Skills

Reading support

Writing support

Math support

Communication

Work with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or 2 years college

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Primary Purpose

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.

Primary Purpose

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

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

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

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

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes 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 meeting and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Alternative methods of performing duties.

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.