General Instructional Aide; SY- Townley ES

Position: General Instructional Aide (25-26 SY)- Townley ES

General Instructional Aide (25-26 SY) - Townley ES

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Pay Grade: Paraprofessional 030 (187 days)

Department: Assigned Campus(s)

Date Revised: March 2024

Qualifications

• Educational Aide I Paraprofessional Certificate
• High School Diploma or GED
• At least 60 college semester hours are preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to use/learn basic computer applications
• Knowledge of general office equipment
• Effective written and oral communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in basic math skills
• Bilingual English/Spanish speaking preferred

Experience

• One year of clerical experience or equivalent preferred
• Experience working with children/students and parents

General Responsibilities

• Perform receptionist/clerical duties in the office or designated location as a signed
• Maintain confidentiality of information
• Assist in the maintenance of administrative records and preparation of reports as
• Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of records, materials, and equipment
• Assist in preparing materials/displays for instructional or campus operations
• Answer incoming calls politely, take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff
• Prepare bibliographies, forms, purchase orders, requisitions, and routine correspondence
• Receive and process books, materials, and equipment, and reconcile with packing slips and invoices
• Shelve books, materials, and equipment. Help inventory physical and online resources. Distribute and dispatch materials from/to the library and other sources, including other district libraries, public libraries, Region
  
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• Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises and activities
• Keep teachers and Administrators informed of any special needs, problems, and progress of individual students
• Teach the lesson outline as described in the teacher's lesson plans, substitute teacher guide, and as otherwise prepared
• Consult as appropriate with the principal, or does it for me, before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the instructional plans provided
• Maintain as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which assigned
• Oversee the behavior of students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom
• Supervise various areas of the campus, both inside and outside the building, including but not limited to the library, cafeteria, classrooms, and gym
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom
• Works cooperatively with others
• Exhibits good public relations skills. Interacts with staff, students, parents, and the community in a way that has a positive impact on students and the Irving ISD community
• Is punctual to scheduled meetings, appointments, and classrooms
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as required
• Follow all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject in which good teaching practices dictate
• Adheres to all Board policies, Professional Code of Ethics, and Campus and District administrative procedures
• Is present and on time to work daily and adheres to all time clock and attendance procedures and policies

Instructional Strategies

• Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises and activities
• Keep teachers and Administrators informed of any special needs, problems, and progress of individual students
• Teach the lesson outline as described in the teacher's lesson plans, substitute teacher guide, and as otherwise prepared
• Consult as appropriate with the principal before initiating any teaching or other procedures not specified in the instructional plans provided

Classroom and Campus Management and Organization

• Maintain as fully as possible the established routines and procedures of the school and classroom to which assigned
• Oversee the behavior of students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom
• Supervise various areas of the campus, both inside and outside the building, including but not limited to the library, cafeteria, classrooms, and gym
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom

Professional Growth and Development

• Is punctual to scheduled meetings, appointments, and classrooms
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as required

Policy Implementation

• Follow all policies, rules, and procedures to which regular teachers are subject in which good teaching practices dictate
• Adheres to all Board policies, Professional Code of Ethics, and Campus and District administrative procedures
• Is present and on time to work daily and adheres to all time clock and attendance procedures and policies

Equipment Used

• Computer/peripherals, audiovisual equipment (analog and digital), laminator, facsimile, copier, multi-phone line, fax machine

Working Conditions

Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem‑solving…