Physical Eduation Aide

Gatesville Independent School District; Gatesville, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking an instructional aide to support teachers in delivering PE and related activities in a Texas school. You will work under the direct supervision of a certified teacher and assist in preparing, conducting, and managing physical education activities.

Responsibilities include supporting instruction, preparing materials, administering tests, maintaining order, and supervising students during lunch, bus, and play areas. A valid Texas educational aide certificate is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have met formal academic assessment, associate’s degree, or two years of college.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective tests and assignments.
• Help maintain a 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 the school day, including lunchroom, bus, and playground.

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Mathematics instruction

Communication

Working with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or two years of college

Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Primary Purpose:

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of physical education 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

8. Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

9. Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

10. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.

11. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.

12. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Athletic and PE equipment, standard office equipment including computer and peripherals and other instructional equipment; automated external defibrillator (AED);

Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking/ frequent physical movements associated with sport and physical education instruction; moderate grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension and reaching

Lifting: Frequently light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds)

Environment: Work outside and inside; exposure to extreme temperatures (hot, cold, and inclement weather), humidity, and prolonged sunlight; work on uneven or slippery surfaces; frequent exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions;

*

Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.