Instructional Aide

Teacher Description

Job Title:

Classroom Instructional Aide Exemption Status/Test:
Nonexempt

Reports to:

Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned Date Revised:

Dept./School:

Primary

Purpose:

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of 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

Conditions of Employment

* Are you eligible to work in the United States?

* Are you willing to submit to a drug test?

* Will you give permission for a criminal background check to be conducted?

* Do you have a TOPS Training certeficate or 48 College Hours?

Skills Questionnaire

* Rate your interpersonal skills on a scale of 1 to 10, 1 being lowest and 10 being highest.

General Questions

* I AGREE TO ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS. PLEASE SELECT "YES" IN THE SPACE BELOW AND PROCEED WITH QUESTION #2.

* List all teaching and professional certificates or licenses

* Have you ever been employed by Ingleside ISD in the past?

* When are you available for employment?

* Have you been fingerprinted for another school district?

* Have you previously retired through the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) of Texas?

* If 'Yes', please provide your TRS retirement date.

Note:

This information is requested to ensure compliance with TRS rules and reporting requirements for retired employees who return to work.

* Do you have a relative who serves on the Board of Education or is an employee of Ingleside ISD?

* If 'Yes', please provide the relative's name and relationship.

User Defined Section #2

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

1. Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.

2. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.

3. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.

4. Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.

5. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.

6. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.

7. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

8. Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

9. Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

10. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.

11. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.

12. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

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

Benefits

Leave: 5 State Days; 5 Local Days

Health Insurance:
Employer contributes $350 per month

Voluntary Insurances available:
Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, 403b, etc.

Basic Life Insurance: $10,000 Policy (provided by district)

Attachments

TOPS Training Certificate
* Drivers License or photo
* Transcript 1*