Student Support & Instructional Aide

Sylvania; Crockett (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania seeks an Educational Aide to provide instructional support under the direction of teachers in a school setting. You will work with students individually or in small groups, assist in preparing instructional materials and displays, and help with testing administration and records.

You will also contribute to maintaining a neat classroom, managing inventory and equipment care, and supporting substitute teachers.

Qualifications

• 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
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
• Ability to communicate effectively; ability to work well 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.
• 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.

Skills

Reading instruction

Student engagement

Effective communication

Education

Associate’s degree or 2 years of college

Texas educational aide certificate

Job description

Sylvania seeks an Educational Aide to provide instructional support under the direction of teachers in a school setting. You will work with students individually or in small groups, assist in preparing instructional materials and displays, and help with testing administration and records.

You will also contribute to maintaining a neat classroom, managing inventory and equipment care, and supporting substitute teachers.