Paraprofessional (Sheridan)

Rice CISD; Altair (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheridan Elementary in Rice CISD is seeking a Paraprofessional Exemption Status to provide instructional support under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. This nonexempt role emphasizes assisting with reading, writing, and math and helping maintain an engaging classroom.

The Paraprofessional will help prepare materials, support student learning, supervise activities, and assist with data collection and reporting to teachers.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher required per No Child Left Behind Act.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate or equivalent.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a teacher.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of tests.
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Supervise students during lunch, bus, and recess.
• Support substitute teachers with orientation and setup.

Skills

Reading instruction support

Math instruction support

Effective communication

Working with children

Education

Associate’s degree / two years of college / No Child Left Behind qualifying assessment

Texas Educational Aide certificate

Job description

Job Title: Paraprofessional Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to:

Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned

Dept./School:

Sheridan Elementary

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.

Student Management

• 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.

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 equipment; iPads

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, work in a fast paced environment