Upper Elementary Teacher Aide Instructional Tier 1

Upper Elementary Teacher Aide Instructional Tier 1

Jay Public Schools JAY UPPER ELEMENTARY - Jay, Oklahoma

• Job : 5283458
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Re-Posted: Jul 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Jay Public Schools

Job Description

Teacher Aide Instructional

Reports to: Assigned teacher, building principal

Supervises: n/a

Qualifications: Tier 1 (Paraprofessional)

• Two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 semester hours of college work), OR
• An associate’s degree (or higher), OR
• Passed the Work Keys Test (Bronze +), Para Pro Assessment (455 +) or the OGET

Job Goal: Support assigned teacher to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the classroom.

Employment

Terms:

172 days x 7 hours (1204 hours)

FLSA Classification: Non exempt

Evaluation: Annually by building principal

Physical Demands: This is an overview identification of physical functions—intended for compliance with the ADA – it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position.

Regular Requirements: Stand for extended periods; walk; twist at the neck and trunk; bend and reach with hands and arms overhead, above shoulder and horizontally; repetitive use of fingers and hands to grasp and/or operate equipment and demonstrate lessons to students; lift/move up to 15 pounds

Occasional Requirements: Lift/move up to 25 pounds

Visual Requirements: Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, ability to adjust focus

Hearing/Speaking Requirements: Adequate to exchange information

Note - these duties vary based upon the assigned grade and individual student needs. Typical duties may include:

• Assist teacher in planning and implementing daily and long range lessons.
• Prepare papers, copies, materials, bulletin boards, etc.
• Maintain attendance and other paperwork.
• Supervise students during meal times, transition periods and recess. Escort students to/from classes, office, restrooms, etc.
• Monitor student behavior and intervene when needed, including notifying other officials of unique needs of individual students.
• Conduct learning exercises with small groups of students.
• Maintain the classroom in an organized manner.
• Serve as a substitute teacher when needed.
• Monitor testing as needed.
• Assist nurse when needed.
• Utilize professional behavior in all school related interactions.
• Comply with all federal, state and local laws and board policies and procedures.
• Perform all other tasks as supervisor may assign.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $12.56 to $18.72 Per Hour

• Regiena Henderson, Principal
• JAY UPPER ELEMENTARY
• Phone:  ext.
  2240
• Email: regienahenderson