Paraprofessional/Teacher's Aide

Ellis, County of (TX); Texas; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Ellis County seeks a Part-Time Teacher to support instructional delivery under TEA guidelines, policies, and regulations. You will assist in assessments, IEPs, and implementing lesson plans while helping maintain organization and supporting substitutes.

The role includes supervising students, keeping records, and collaborating with staff on development and meetings. You must be a US citizen, at least 21, hold a Texas driver’s license, and obtain First Aid/CPR certifications within 45 days of

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver's License.
• Must obtain First Aid, CPR, and Handle with Care Certification within 45 days of hire.
• Home-schooled individuals may be considered contingent upon successful validation of high school education equivalency.
• Meet criminal history employment guidelines as provided by the TJJD.
• Have 1+ year of youth-related experience working with Junior High and High School students.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective tests or work assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help the teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Conduct instructional exercises with individual students or small groups.
• Supervise students during the school day (lunchroom, bus, playground).
• Inform the teacher of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development and faculty meetings as assigned.

Education

US Citizenship

Age 21 or older

Texas Driver's License

First Aid, CPR & Handle with Care cert within 45 days

High school education equivalency validation (as applicable)

Criminal history guidelines per TJJD

1+ year youth-related experience with Junior High/High School students

Job description

Assists the teachers in providing instructional subjects according to guidelines established by TEA, charter policies, and administrative regulations. Assists in administering students' assessment testing and completing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and other reports. Assists with the implementation of lesson plans. Assists with the implementation of appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment. Assists students with individual tasks and instructional activities. Gathers, files, and maintains reports, records, materials, supplies, and equipment, and ensures a neat and orderly work environment. Performs other duties as assigned.

The intent of this job description is to identify an overall summary of essential duties; however, there may be additional job-related tasks other than those specifically identified, which may be required to complete the job in a successful manner. An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Duties include the following:

• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help the teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep the teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & LICENSES:

• Be a US Citizen.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver's License.
• Must obtain First Aid, CPR, and Handle with Care Certification within 45 days of hire.
• Home-schooled individuals may be considered contingent upon successful validation of high school education equivalency accredited by the State in which schooling took place.
• Meet criminal history employment guidelines as provided by the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD).
• Have 1 or more years of youth-related experience working specifically with Junior High and High School students.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Performing the essential functions typically requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly.

NOTICE:

The above job profile does not include all essential duties of this job. All applicants and/or employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Human Resources Department to review and discuss the essential functions of the job, so that an applicant and/or employees can evaluate the job in greater detail to determine if he/she can safely perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation.

DISCLAIMER:

Job profiles are not intended, nor should they be construed to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks, skills, efforts, working conditions, or similar behaviors, attributes, or requirements associated with a job. A job description is not a comprehensive job profile. It is intended for the sole purpose of acquainting a person who is unfamiliar with such a position with a brief overview of the position's general direction and scope.

OTHER:

The JJAEP operates generally off of an approved school calendar year. Therefore, the position of a Part-Time Teacher may receive some of the normal school holidays, which will be addressed at the point of hire