K-5 Instructional Aide — Classroom & Virtual Support

Clear Creek ISD; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Creek ISD MCWHIRTER ELEM in Webster, Texas is seeking an Aide - Instructional to support teachers by preparing materials and assisting students in K-5 classrooms, in person or via distance learning.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, Educational Aide I certification, and at least some experience working with children. The role involves supervising students, maintaining records, and helping maintain a positive, productive classroom environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Educational Aide I certification is required.
• 15 college hours or a passing Paraprofessional Exam score.

Responsibilities

• Prepare instructional materials and classroom displays face to face or in a virtual learning environment.
• Work with individual students or small groups face to face and/or virtually to conduct instructional exercises.
• Reinforce appropriate behavior and assist in classroom discipline and behavior management.
• Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students.
• Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, inside classroom, in the lunchroom, and outside the classroom during arrival and dismissal.
• Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist the teacher face to face or virtually in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports.
• Participate face to face and/or virtually in in-service training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed.
• Type materials, make copies, take attendance, record grades, set up files, file reports, make games or other manipulatives, charts, etc.
• Provide orientation and assistance to new teachers.
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy.
• Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
• Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.
• Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action.
• Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.
• Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications.
• Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students.
• Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities.
• Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings.
• Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor.
• Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
• Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
• Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
• Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Child engagement

Patience

Office equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Educational Aide I certification

15 college hours / Paraprofessional Exam

Job description

Clear Creek ISD MCWHIRTER ELEM in Webster, Texas is seeking an Aide - Instructional to support teachers by preparing materials and assisting students in K-5 classrooms, in person or via distance learning.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, Educational Aide I certification, and at least some experience working with children. The role involves supervising students, maintaining records, and helping maintain a positive, productive classroom environment.