ISS Assistant (Agnew)

Mesquite-Isd; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesquite ISD is seeking a Paraprofessional - Campus/ Instructional Assistant to support teachers and students in an instructional setting. The role involves assisting with assignments, monitoring students, and maintaining classroom discipline under the supervision of a certified teacher and principal.

Must have a High School Diploma or GED, Texas Educational Aide Certificate (Educational Aide III), and experience as a classroom aide or relevant college coursework.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Texas Educational Aide Certificate (Educational Aide III Certification) required.
• Three years as a classroom aide or 30 semester hours of college credit with emphasis on child growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Verify and report student daily attendance.
• Acquire student's daily assignments from teacher.
• Work with individual students to complete assignments given by classroom teacher.
• Provide assistance to students for completion of teacher prepared assignments.
• Maintain discipline and other non-instructional functions.
• Escort and supervise students to and from cafeteria.

Skills

Student supervision

Classroom support

Instructional assistance

Follow written instructions

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Texas Educational Aide Certificate (Educational Aide III Certification)

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Mesquite ISD

• 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 in monitoring students placed within In-School Supervision, acquire and administer assignments provided by the classroom teacher, and maintain a disciplined environment under the general supervision of the principal and immediate direction of a certified teacher.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Texas Educational Aide Certificate (Educational Aide III Certification)

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Ability to work well with children and youth
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to use the personal computer.

EXPERIENCE:

• If assignment is for grades 9 - 12 where students are assigned for less than six weeks.. .requires Level III Aide certification(* Three years as a classroom aide or 30 semester hours of college credit with emphasis on child growth and development)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Verify and report student daily attendance.
• Acquire student's daily assignments from teacher.
• Work with individual students to complete assignments given by classroom teacher.
• Provide assistance to students for completion of teacher prepared assignments.
• Maintain discipline and other non- instructional functions.
• Escort and supervise students to and from cafeteria.
• 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 to individuals.
• Maintaining emotional control under stress.
• Standing, walking, talking, and hearing.
• Moderate noise level in work environment.
• Working in a confined space.
• * Note: An Educational Aide III certificate is required for aides assigned to a setting where student's grades 9-12 are assigned for less than six weeks. A valid Texas teaching certificate is required when student's grades 9-12 are assigned more than six weeks. 19 TAC �230.601.

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.