Instructional Aide

Job Title

Granbury ISD requires references from former employers, college professors, supervisors, etc and will not accept references from friends or family members.

Contract Days: 187

Primary

Purpose:

Assist the teacher in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under the supervision of a certified teacher.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High School Diploma or GED Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Ability to work well with children Knowledge of general office equipment

Experience:

Some experience working with children

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy.
• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher.
• Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students.
• Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom.
• Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Assist the teacher in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Exemplify high standards of ethical conduct as described in board policy.
• Observe professional and ethical standards, in accordance with generally accepted community standards and the Professional Educators Code of Ethics.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Equipment Used:
Use copier, keyboard, and audiovisual equipment.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:
Reading; ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress. Physical Demands/Environmental Factors Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.

District Benefits:
Medical Insurance: TRS-Active Care/BCBS Supplemental Voluntary Health & Life Insurance Products District Paid $25,000 Life Insurance State Personal Leave Days Local Sick Leave Days Texas Teachers Retirement System