Instructional Aide; Federally Funded @ Hicks Elementary

Instructional Aide (Federally Funded) @ Hicks Elementary

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Primary

Purpose:

To provide opportunities for the teacher/supervisor to attend to the individual needs of students and programs.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Qualifies for appropriate state paraprofessional certification.
• Demonstrate interest in and aptitude for work to be performed.
• Computer skills helpful.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Able to maintain effective working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi‑task activities.

• None.

• Check and record student attendance.
• Reproduce instructional materials.
• Type forms and instructional materials.
• Distribute and collect materials for instruction.
• Assist in the modification of instructional materials.
• Administer, score and record achievement and diagnostic tests, objective‑type teacher‑made tests and quizzes, and grades as the teacher recommends for students.
• Work with individual students or small groups to reinforce learning of material or skills initially taught by the teacher.
• Collect and record data related to students’ IEP objectives and educational plans.
• Catalogue and file instructional materials; maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment, and prepare orders/requisitions for needed materials.
• Read to students, listen to students read, and participate in other forms of oral communication with students.
• Help students master equipment and/or instructional materials assigned by teachers.
• Keep bulletin boards and other classroom displays up‑to‑date.
• Operate equipment used in the classroom for instructional purposes.
• Assist students in the library or media center.
• Assist with the supervision of students during lunch periods, assemblies, play periods, and movement of group to special classes.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of teachers.
• Participate in in‑service training programs as assigned.

• Maintain confidentiality.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Instructional Paraprofessional Personnel.

Tools/Equipment Used:
Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals. Posture:
Standing, prolonged sitting, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Motion:
Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; may also require climbing stairs and reaching over head. Lifting:
Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds); may require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (15‑45 pounds). Environment:
May work prolonged or irregular hours; possible district‑wide travel; all campuses are temperature controlled with hard surface floors. Mental Demands:
Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

This is a federally funded position. Continuation of the position is contingent upon availability of future funds.