Teacher's Aide – Title I, Part A

Monahans--wickett--pyote-Isd; Monahans (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Monahans, TX is seeking an instructional aide to support students under the direct supervision of a licensed teacher. You will help prepare materials, assist with classroom activities, and maintain a positive learning environment.

The position emphasizes literacy and numeracy support, student supervision across activities, and collaboration with staff to ensure accurate records and smooth operations throughout the school day.

Qualifications

• Texas educational aide certification required or eligible.
• Ability to assist in reading, writing and math.
• Experience with children preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under direction of teacher; work with individuals or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective tests or work assignments.
• Maintain neat and orderly classroom and assist with equipment care.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and required reports.
• Orient and assist substitute teachers.
• Supervise students during school day, including lunchroom, bus and playground.
• Notify teacher of special needs or problems of students.
• Participate in staff development and faculty events.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Mathematics instruction

Child interaction

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or 2 years college

Texas educational aide certificate

Tools

Office computer

Instructional equipment

Job description

Funding

100% Grant Funded – Title I, Part A

Funding Statement

This position is funded 100% through Title I, Part A grant funds and is contingent upon the availability and continuation of grant funding.

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

• 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 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.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

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