STARS, Hybrid Site Assistant

Position: STARS, Hybrid Full Time Site Assistant (8523)

STARS, Hybrid Full Time Site Assistant (8523)

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Job Title: STARS Hybrid-Full Time Site Assistant

Evaluation Type: Paraprofessional

Department: Communication & Community Relations

Pay Grade: P2

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Date Revised: December 2023

Supervisor: STARS Field Supervisor

Basic Function & Responsibility

Provide for the instructional needs of individual students and/or group of students in a school or under the direction of a certified classroom teacher; and assist with physical needs of students, if required.

Entry Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and three months of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of District, campus, and classroom policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of techniques used in assisting students with special needs.
• Knowledge of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI), First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Skill in utilizing general instructional strategies.
• Skill in applying classroom/student discipline management.
• Skill in communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Skill in operating standard computer and software applications.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work responsibilities.

Characteristic

Duties & Responsibilities Instructional Support

• Assist teachers with daily classroom activities; prepare/modify activities; assist with independent study or lead small groups; and inform teachers of students' progress.
• Support the improvement of instruction.
• Support and participate in meeting the objectives of the campus/department improvement plan.
• Implement a weekly after school lesson plan.

Student Support

• Assist in resolving parent/student issues and concerns in a timely manner.
• Assist in managing student behavior in the classroom and common campus areas in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook.
• Assist children with meal/snack time and cleanup after school.
• Assist after school children with activities and fostering positive peer relationships, as needed.

Support Of Administrative, Fiscal And/or Facilities Functions

• Assist teacher with preparation of instructional equipment; ensure specific materials and supplies are ready; maintain safe instructional area; perform clerical duties and assist with operation of equipment.
• Provide assistance to campuses/departments as requested.
• Maintain documentation related to after school program and children.

Organization Improvement

• Work collaboratively to improve programs.

Professional Growth and Development

• Participate in professional development that increases effectiveness and improves District performance.
• Maintain training hours as required by DFPS.

Texas Academic Performance Indicators and Campus Performance Objectives

• Support the administration of state-mandated testing at campuses in compliance with state and federal guidelines.

School/Community Relations

• Interact positively with employees and the community to provide needed information and to promote the District in a favorable manner.

Organization Morale

• Participate in team-building activities and the decision-making process as appropriate.
• Communicate and collaborate with campus/department staff to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.

Other Responsibilities

• Comply with policies established by federal law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

Physical & Mental Demands

• 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.
• Environment:
  Work inside, may work outside; regular exposure to noise
• Mental Demands:
  Maintain emotional control under stress; work prolonged or irregular hours

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Work involves moderate to frequent exposure to bacteria, communicable diseases, unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Work involves constant interpersonal interactions within the educational environment.

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