General Instructional Aide; SY- Townley ES

PAY GRADE:
Paraprofessional 030 (187 days)

DEPARTMENT:
Assigned Campus(s)

DATE REVISED:
March 2024

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

GENERAL AIDE

Job Description

JOB TITLE:
General Aide

WAGE/HOUR STATUS:
Nonexempt

REPORTS TO:
Principal

Minimum

Education/Certification:

• 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 experience preferred
• Experience working with children/students and parents

• Perform receptionist/clerical duties in the office or designated location
• Maintain confidentiality of information
• Assist in the maintenance of administrative records and preparation of reports
• 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 them 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 but not limited to other district libraries, public libraries, and the Region
  
  X Educational Center

• 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 with the principal or obtain approval 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 of 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
• Work cooperatively with others
• Exhibit good public relations skills; interact with staff, students, parents, and the community in a way that has a positive impact on students and the Irving ISD community

• Be 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, including good teaching practices
• Adhere to all Board policies, Professional Code of Ethics, and campus and district administrative procedures
• Be present and on time to work daily and adhere to all time clock and attendance procedures and policies

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

Directly supervises none.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem‑solving skills while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision-making. Frequent in‑district and occasional in‑state or national travel. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Moderate to heavy lifting of materials and equipment up to 30 pounds without assistance.

Frequent standing,…