JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title Teacher Assistant		Evaluation Type Paraprofessional	Department Assigned Campus
Pay Grade P2	FLSA Non-Exempt	Date Revised October 2023	Supervisor Principal/Teacher Assigned

BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: Provide intervention instructional support for individual emergent bilingual students or groups of students under the direction of a certified classroom teacher.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• 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/Abilities:

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
• Knowledge of District, campus, and classroom policies and procedures
• Skilled at working with emergent bilingual students who need intervention to perform on grade level
• Knowledge of techniques used in assisting students with special needs
• Skilled in utilizing general instructional strategies
• Skilled in applying classroom/student discipline management
• Skilled in operating standard computer and software applications
• Ability to organize and prioritize work responsibilities
• Fluent Spanish speaking and literacy skills preferred
• Fluent English speaking and literacy skills preferred

 

Experience:

• Some experience working with children

 

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

 

Instructional Support:

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teachers 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, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

 

Professional Effectiveness:

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Follow district policies and procedures pertaining to the job assignment.

 

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None

 

MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; [P.E. teachers: automated external defibrillator (AED)]
• Posture: Prolonged standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); may lift and move textbooks and classroom equipment
• Environment: Work inside, may work outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); regular exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

 

*Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.