Education Service Center Region 11 (TX)
Sub Paraprofessional
Education Service Center Region 11 (TX), Keene, Texas, United States, 76059
Primary Purpose:
Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing 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 the 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 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 the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty. * Make teachers aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
Other
* Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance. * Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned. * Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. * Other duties as assigned.
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
Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing 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 the 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 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 the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty. * Make teachers aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
Other
* Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance. * Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned. * Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. * Other duties as assigned.
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