Job Title: Paraprofessional/ISS Aide Contract: At will
Reports to: Campus Admins/Principal Department/School: Elementary
Wage/Hour Status: Commensurate with experience/qualifications
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED
A minimum of 48 credit hours or equivalent
Valid Texas educational aide certificate (SBEC) AND Paraprofessional training which meets
“Highly Effective” standards (can obtain if needed)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Strong organization and disciplinary skills
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Knowledge of general office equipment
Experience:
Recommended experience in working with children
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Support
Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
Care for and maintain equipment and supplies.
Maintain administrative records.
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers as needed.
Student Management
Help manage behavior of students.
Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
Work with individual students or small groups assigned by the teacher.
Supervise students throughout the school day.
Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students concerning assignments.
Other
Maintain confidentiality.
Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
Safety
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling; some occasional lifting.