Teacher Assistant III – Science Lab

Fort Worth ISD; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Educational Paraprofessional/Teacher Assistant to support classroom activities and enhance student learning. This role involves assisting teachers in planning and executing lab activities, working closely with students, especially those with special needs, to ensure an inclusive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to educational excellence, effective communication skills, and the ability to foster positive relationships with students and staff. Join a collaborative team focused on empowering students and making a significant impact in their educational journey.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; educational aide certificate needed.
• Two years' experience working with students or parents preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing lab activities under teacher's guidance.
• Work with students to reinforce learning and implement program activities.
• Maintain clean and organized lab storerooms and inventory.

Skills

Interpersonal relationships

Effective communication

Troubleshooting hardware/software

Instruction in reading and mathematics

Cultural competence

Education

High School diploma or GED

Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

Standard office equipment

Promethean Board

Job description

Position Type:
Supporting - Educational Paraprofessional/Teacher Assistant

Date Posted:
11/25/2024

Location:
To Be Determined

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

Assists in the planning and implementation of lab activities (solution preparation, setting up lab equipment for students to perform lab exercise) under the direction and guidance of the assigned classroom teacher.

Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned program activities.

Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom lab instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, and achievement of Individual Education Plans (IEP) objectives.

Maintains clean, safe, and organized departmental laboratory storerooms.

Maintains a current inventory of all science lab materials and equipment.

Assists with managing equipment during summer school and/or school camp.

Assists with classroom behavioral management to prevent and address disruptions, to ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and to ensure students are on task.

Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.

Constructs, distributes, copies and uses educational materials as needed.

Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.

Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.

Submits and tracks required paperwork for equipment requiring repair, maintenance, and/or replacement.

Receives equipment and supplies following District guidelines, and stores it properly.

Follows all District and state guidelines for storage, use, and disposal of chemicals.

Assists in maintaining Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) on all chemicals.

Attends yearly Hazardous Communication Training provided by the District.

All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the District’s mission, vision, and strategic goals.

Exhibits high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.

Demonstrates high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.

Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others; is respectful of co-workers; communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork. Responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

Performs all job related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.

Knowledge of instructing, reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics.

Knowledge of developmentally appropriate social, emotional, cognitive, and communication skills for children.

Knowledge of District policies, procedures, and regulations.

Knowledge of classroom techniques and professional etiquette.

Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy.

Skill in communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Skill in troubleshooting basic hardware and software issues to support campus instructional staff with the integration of technology.

Ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics.

Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.

Ability to work with students with physical, emotional, educational, and/or intellectual disabilities.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.

Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others.

Ability to establish supportive and compassionate relationships with students with special needs.

Ability to monitor and correct student mistakes.

Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.

Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.

Ability to operate computer and use software to create spreadsheets, and do word processing, as well as operate Promethean Board, and applicable software applications.

Ability to organize and coordinate work.

Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.

Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel between school district buildings and meetings, may be required for certain positions.

Physical & Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment including Promethean Board.
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse and reaching; frequent walking, including walking with a sense of urgency.
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment.
• Environment: Works in a school building; works inside may work outside and become exposed to weather including extreme heat and extreme cold; regular exposure to noise; frequently required to listen, hear, and speak; requires occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours.
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions; works irregular and/or prolonged hours.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Accredited High School diploma, GED, or Texas Certificate of High School Equivalency required;
• Certification:
  • Obtain valid Texas educational aide certificate.
• Experience:
  • Two years' experience working with students or parents.
• Language: Bilingual (English/Spanish) fluency preferred in some settings.

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people 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.