Pre-K Instructional Aide

Rusk-Independent-School-District; Rusk (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Rusk Independent School District is seeking a Pre-K Instructional Aide at GW Bradford Primary School in Rusk, Texas. The role provides instructional support under a certified teacher, assisting in activities, materials, and student management throughout the day.

The position requires an Associate’s degree (or higher) and a Texas educational aide certificate or the ability to obtain one; experience with children is preferred.

Qualifications

• Assists in reading, writing and mathematics instruction under teacher guidance.
• Works well with children and communicates clearly with staff.
• Meets ESSA criteria and maintains required paperwork and records.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under teacher direction, including individual or small-group work.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of tests and assignments.
• Keep the classroom neat and organized and maintain orderly environments.
• Help inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist teacher with records and reports for required documentation.
• Orient and assist substitute teachers as needed.
• Supervise students during school day activities inside and outside the classroom.

Skills

Reading/Writing/Math instruction

Work with children

Effective communication

Education

Associate’s degree or higher

Texas educational aide certificate or ability to obtain one

Job description

Pre-K Instructional Aide

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Job Details

Rusk, Texas

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Description

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

• Associate’s degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met/be willing to meet formal academic assessment as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act


• Valid Texas educational aide certificate, or ability to obtain one

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.

Physical and Mental Demands

• 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

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.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Miranda Murray , Principal


• GW Bradford Primary School


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]