Aide - Instructional - Bilingual

Aide - Instructional

Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under supervision of certified teacher.

Education/Certification:

Associate's degree or two years of study (60 college hours) at an institute of higher learning or Para Professional Institute Certificate. Valid Texas educational aide certificate.

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. Ability to work well with children. Ability to communicate effectively. Experience Some experience working with children.

Major

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide direct instruction of students under direct supervision of teacher.
• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist in classroom management.
• Conduct parent involvement activities.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Equipment Used:
Copier, personal computer, typewriter, and audiovisual equipment

Working Conditions:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting. Constant contact with students, parents and staff.

Non Discrimination Statement The Waco Independent School District (District) as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or genetic information in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment matters. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as Board policy not to discriminate in such a manner.