Bilingual Instructional Aide

Job Title: Bilingual Instructional Aide  

Wage/Hour Status:  Non-Exempt

Reports to: Principal and teacher(s)  

Pay Grade:  Clerical/Technical 1

Calendar:  187 days

Dept./School:  Assigned Campus

Date Revised:  6.23.2022

Primary Purpose:

Provide instructional assistance to students under general supervision of a principal and immediate direction of a certified teacher.  Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED; and

Valid Texas educational aide certificate (prior to day one in the classroom);

One of the following:

• Completion of two years of study at an institution of higher education (completion of 48 semester hours of college coursework); or
• Associate’s degree or higher; or
• Meet rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through an approved course of study for paraprofessionals (Master Teacher courses)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Bilingual (Spanish)
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience:

Some experience working with children preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

1. Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
2. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
3. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
4. Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
5. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
6. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
7. 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.

1. Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

1. Maintain confidentiality.
2. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment; copier, typewriter, and audiovisual equipment.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control in stressful situations. Moderate standing, occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping; moderate walking; regular lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.