SS INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT

Navasota Independent School District; Navasota (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Navasota ISD in Texas is seeking a Classroom Instructional Aide to provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher and to help prepare, conduct, and manage classroom activities.

Required qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, a Texas educational aide certificate, and some experience with children; strong ability to support reading, writing, and mathematics and communicate effectively is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to assist in reading, writing, and math instruction.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a teacher, including one-on-one or small-group work.
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective tests and assignments.
• Maintain a neat, orderly classroom and help with inventory and equipment care.
• Help keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Supervise students during lunch, bus, and playground times.
• Support substitute teachers as needed.
• Report any special needs or problems of individual students to the teacher.
• Participate in staff development and staff meetings.

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Mathematics instruction

People skills

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree or two years of college

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Navasota ISD

Classroom Instructional Aide

Job Description

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

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 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

• 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.
• 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.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Other

• 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