Paraprofessional

Bridgeport Independent School District; Bridgeport (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgeport Independent School District is seeking a classroom support paraprofessional to assist certified teachers, provide instructional support to students, prepare materials, and help manage classroom activities. Responsibilities include working with individuals or small groups, supervising students, assisting with testing, maintaining orderly classrooms, and supporting substitute teachers.

Requires a high school diploma or GED, Texas educational aide certificate, and ability to work well

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Associate’s degree or two years of college preferred.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate is required.
• Ability to assist in reading, writing, and mathematics instruction.
• Able to work well with children and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under teacher supervision, individually or in small groups.
• Prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of tests and assignments.
• Maintain a neat, orderly classroom and manage supplies.
• Assist with inventory and equipment maintenance.
• Keep administrative records and reports; assist substitutes as needed.
• Participate in staff development and faculty events.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Child interaction

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or 2 years of college

Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

Computer and peripherals

Job description

This position is for a classroom support paraprofessional. Pay is based on the number of days remaining in a 187 position.

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

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

Student Management

1. Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
2. Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

1. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
2. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

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