KHS Paraprofessional

High School; Kountze (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Kountze Independent School District High School in Kountze, Texas seeks a Classrom Instructional Aide to support teachers and students under guidance of certified staff. The role focuses on small-group instruction and classroom assistance.

The paraprofessional helps prepare instructional materials, manage activities, supervise students during lunch, bus, and play areas, and supports testing administration.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification details required for paraeducator role.
• Ability to assist in instruction of reading, writing, and math.
• Experience working with children is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a teacher; work with individuals or small groups.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective tests or assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist with inventory, care and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teachers keep administrative records and prepare reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Supervise students throughout the school day, including lunchroom, bus, and playground.
• Notify teachers of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development and faculty meetings.

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Mathematics instruction

Communication

Classroom assistance

Education

Associate’s degree / two years of college

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

KHS Paraprofessional

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Job Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Classroom Instructional Aide Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned Date Revised:

Dept./School:

APPLICATIONS WILL BE SCREENED PRIOR TO INTERVIEWS, NOT ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE INTERVIEWED.

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:

Associate’s degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the No Child Left Behind Act

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.
• 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.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.

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

Position Type: Full-Time