Special Education Aide-Life Skills (Royal Junior High)

Instructional Aide

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.

Qualifications

College hours preferred - Associate's degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the No Child Left Behind Act

Valid Texas educational aide certificate-Preferred

Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Instructional Support

1. Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
2. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
3. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
4. Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
5. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
6. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
7. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

1. Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

1. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
2. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
3. Perform duties as required by federal guidelines.
4. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment

Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Moderate walking

Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress