Reach Associate; Ra - Culture

Reach Associate (RA) – Opportunity Culture

Ector County Independent School District – District-wide – Odessa, Texas

This job is also posted in Ector County ISD.

Job Title: Reach Associate

Wage/Hour Status: Non‑Exempt

Reports to: Campus Principal

Pay Grade: Instructional Support 5

Dept./School: To be assigned

Days: 187

Primary

Purpose:

The Reach Associate provides both instructional and non‑instructional support to a team of teachers, as designated by the team’s multi‑classroom leader. (S) he works closely with the teacher to complete various administrative tasks and non‑instructional paperwork. (S) he manages procedures and supervises student behavior during transitions, lunch, recess, assemblies, and other unstructured activities, and while teacher(s) deliver instruction. In some schools, (s) he aids instruction by supervising time on projects, skills practice, and digital learning, and/or by instructing students in small groups or individually.

All activities are directed by the multi‑classroom leader or team reach teachers.

Education/

Certifications:

• High School Diploma, Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
• Associate’s Degree or at least 45 semester hours
• Ability to meet the ESSA requirements
• If assisting with instruction:
  Knowledge of subject matter being taught

• Hold students accountable for high expectations of behavior and engagement that are ambitious and measurable.
• Contribute to a culture of respect, enthusiasm, and rapport.
• Manage student behavior during transitions and less structured time (e.g., recess, lunch).
• Monitor independent work time in classroom while teacher provides instruction.

• Tutor small groups and individuals, under the direction and using the tools/rubrics of the supervising teachers.
• Supervise projects, skill practice, and digital learning.

• Solicit and eagerly receive feedback from Multi‑Classroom Leader and team members to improve professional skills.
• Maintain administrative duties on behalf of teacher (such as taking attendance, entering grades, scheduling parent conferences, preparing student activities and assignments, checking homework, additional paperwork).
• Collaborate with teacher(s), tutor(s), and digital lab monitor(s), if applicable.
• Participate in monthly professional development opportunities.

• Maintain emotional control under stress.

• Title I
• Title II
• Comp‑Ed
• TCLAS
• Local
• ESSER III
• ESSER II
• Title IV

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. I have read, understand, and attest to the above description and funding relating to my daily activities.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $18.50 to $25.82 per Hour

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required