R_Instructional Aide; online; Austin

Position: R_00043549 Instructional Aide (online) (Austin)
** Job Posting

Title:

** Instructional Aide (online)**---
- **** Hiring Department:
** University of Texas Charter School**---
- **** Position Open To:
** All Applicants**---
- **** Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

** 40**---
- **** FLSA Status:
** Non-Exempt**---
- **** Earliest

Start Date:

** Immediately**---
- **** Position Duration:
** Expected to Continue**---
- ***
* Location:

** AUSTIN, TX**---
- **** Job Details:**## General Notes### You will make a difference!

You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of students and colleagues. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll love working in the UT Charter School System. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:
* Salaries that are highly competitive with the local ISD
* Eligibility for annual merit-based permanent salary increases
* Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
* Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
* Paid sick time, and holidays
* Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds
* Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs:
Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
* Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
* Robust free training access through Linked In Learning plus professional conference opportunities
* Tuition assistance
* Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
* Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff
* For more details, please see:

The Instructional Assistant / Online Program Teacher Assistant supports the online instructional program by managing a caseload of students, monitoring progress, maintaining accurate academic and special education documentation, and providing ongoing communication with students, parents, and staff. This role ensures that students remain engaged, supported, and on track for academic success in an online learning environment.

The salary will be spread over 12 months. The University of Texas-University Charter School is a public charter school and follows all state and federal regulations for public school services. The University of Texas-University Charter School is a part of the University of Texas at Austin’s College of Education.  A candidate for this position will need to have a level III Educational Aide certification or be willing to complete within the first 90 days of employment.##

Purpose Assist classroom teacher with instruction and supervision of students.## Responsibilities### Student Management & Support
• Manage an assigned caseload of online students.
• Enroll new students into assigned online courses and ensure they have proper access.
• Review student records and verify required documentation is complete and accurate.
• Track student progress using the district’s online platforms and reporting tools.
• Make weekly contact with students and parents/guardians to support engagement and academic success.
• Track and follow up with students who have not logged in or who show signs of disengagement.###
** Instructional Support & Grading*
* • Grade student work and assignments in a timely manner (within 24–48 hours).
• Support students in assigned tutoring sessions or tutoring room locations at designated times.
• Close out completed classes and ensure grades and completion records are properly submitted.###
** Academic Reporting & Documentation*
* • Update student report cards with grades at the end of each six-week grading period.
• Complete and submit progress reports according to district timelines.
• Complete and archive IEP progress reports for students receiving special education services.
• Archive IEP service logs every two weeks, ensuring documentation is compliant and up-to-date.
• Ensure appropriate documentation for each student, including communication logs, progress tracking, and course completion.###
** Collaboration & Communication*
* • Communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers,…