Teacher Assistant, Paraprofessional

Position: Teacher Assistant, Paraprofessional + (9653)

Teacher Assistant, Paraprofessional + (9653)

We are looking for a Teacher Assistant, Paraprofessional + (9653) to support classroom instruction at Bastrop ISD.

Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY:
Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

Qualifications

• 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
• 30 to 59 college credit hours preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Experience

• Some experience working with children

Characteristc

Duties & Responsibilities

This essential functions 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:
  Personal 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 (up to 45 pounds).
• Environment:
  Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise.
• Mental Demands:
  Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Education and Training

Industries

Education Administration Programs

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