Days Worked:  187 days

Pay Grade:  Paraprofessional Level 3

Primary Purpose:

Deliver instruction, provide support to staff/students, and perform job-related duties/responsibilities during the absence of the regular employee.

Ensure the safety of students.

Use school materials and equipment for job-required tasks only. 

Follow the teacher’s lesson plans. 

Maintain discipline in the classroom at a level in which learning can occur.

Demonstrate care, concern and respect for students and remain professional at all times.

Qualifications:

Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent

Valid Texas educational aide certificate (or willingness to obtain)

ESSA Criteria (2 years of study at an institution of higher education; an Associate Degree

or higher; or can pass a formal academic paraprofessional assessment)

Expierence:

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Conduct instructional activities outlined by teacher
2. Provide teaching instruction face to face or virtually.
3. Instruct and monitor students in the proper use of learning materials and
4. Encourage and continuously monitor the progress of individual students and use information gathered to adjust teaching strategies.
5. Adjust and adapt to a multitude of situations in the school environment.
6. Adhere to regular classroom schedule
7. Maintain a safe and orderly classroom at all times.
8. Provide supervision of students with instruction or activities that may fall within or outside the classroom environment.
9. Support the mission of school district by serving as a positive role model for students
10. Follow all district guidelines and expectations in regard to classroom management, appropriate discipline, student safety, and confidentiality regarding student information
11. Report to duty on all student days on time.
12. Acknowledge that you may be sent to nearby campuses to support district needs.
13. Communicate and interact appropriately with diverse groups of students in a professional manner.
14. Collaborate with campus staff to provide assistance where needed and directed (this includes covering for a teacher or paraprofessional).
15. Stay informed of and comply with campus, district, state and federal regulations and laws.
16. Be punctual for work daily including any and all assigned duties before, during or after school.
17. Comply with the Texas Educator's Code of Ethics.
18. Demonstrate the following core values: integrity, high expectations, commitment, respect, dedication to team and passion for a student-centered learning environment.
19. Supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes, but is not limited to, cafeteria, bus, and playground.
20. Keep regular teacher informed of special needs of or problems with individual students.
21. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
22. Participate in faculty/staff meetings and special events as assigned.
23. Provide campus support as directed by campus principal.
24. . Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Equipment Used:

Copier, personal computer and audiovisual/video equipment.

Working Conditions:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; audiovisual/video equipment

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Occasional districtwide travel