MS- Instructional Aide - ESL

Dwight Middle School; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Dwight Middle School in San Antonio, Texas seeks an Instructional Aide-ESL to support teachers in bilingual classrooms. This full-time role assists with instructional materials, student supervision, and routine administrative tasks under the supervision of a certified teacher.

The position is nonexempt with a pay range of $13.82 to $19.57 per hour, requiring a high school diploma or GED with TABE, 48 college hours or an associate degree, and fingerprint background clearance.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 48 college hours from an accredited college.
• High school diploma or GED and TABE test completed.
• Eligible for paraprofessional certificate; fingerprinting background check required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of tests and assignments.
• Maintain neat, orderly classroom and assist with inventory and equipment.
• Prepare reports and records; support substitute teachers.
• Supervise students during school day including lunch, bus, and recess.
• Support teachers with ESL activities and student needs.

Skills

Ability to work well with children

Effective communication

English and Spanish bilingual

Confidentiality

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Windows

Education

Associate degree or 48 college hours

High school diploma or GED + TABE

Paraprofessional certificate eligibility

Fingerprint background check

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Windows

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Instructional Aide-ESL
Reports to: Principal
Dept./School: Assigned Campus
Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Pay Grade: IS1

Days: 187

Primary Purpose:
Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under supervision of certified teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Associate degree or higher; or
• Minimum of forty eight (48) semester college hours from an accredited college or university;
• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency) and passed the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) test; and
• Be eligible to obtain a paraprofessional certificate issued by the State Board of Educator Certification
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish (verbal, written, and reading)
• Ability to maintain confidentially.
• Ability to perform multiple duties simultaneously.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel and Windows.
• Self-directed with high organizational skills.

Experience:

One year experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• 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

• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional and audiovisual 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

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

MS- Instructional Aide - ESL

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Job Details

Job ID: 5980258
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $13.82 to $19.57 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• 5622 Ray Ellison Blvd.
• San Antonio, Texas 78242
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]