PreK Instructional Paraprofessional (Aide)

Mexia Independent School District; Mexia (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Mexia ISD is seeking a PreK Instructional Paraprofessional (Aide) to support classroom teachers under direct supervision. You will assist in reading, writing, and mathematics, supervise students, and help prepare instructional materials.

Qualifications include an Associate's degree or two years of college, or meeting formal academic assessment under NCLB, plus a valid Texas educational aide certificate. The role is full-time at AB McBay Elementary in Mexia, Texas.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or two years of college, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the No Child Left Behind Act
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Some experience working with children

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Math instruction

Child interaction

Effective communication

Education

Associate's degree

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

PreK Instructional Paraprofessional (Aide)

Mexia Independent School District AB McBay Elementary - Mexia, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in ESC Region 12

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:

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

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

Job Details

Job ID: 5946460

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA