Instructional Aide - Essentials (PE)
Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified physical education teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing physical education (PE) activities.
Qualifications
• High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate
• Have met formal academic assessment requirements, hold an associate's degree, or have completed two years of study at an institution of higher learning*
• Meet rigorous standards of quality as demonstrated through an approved course of study for paraprofessionals (Master Teacher courses)
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate (prior to day one in the classroom)
• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to instruct and manage student behavior
• Some experience working with children preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Instructional Support
- Provide instruction to students under the direction of the physical education teacher and work with individual students or small groups.
- Assist the physical education teacher in preparing instructional materials, equipment, and activity stations for PE lessons, including indoor and outdoor activities.
- Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized physical education environment, including the gymnasium, fields, and storage areas.
- Assist with the inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
- Help the teacher maintain administrative records and prepare required reports.
- Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
Student Management
- Help supervise students throughout the school day during physical education classes and related transitions, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
- Make the teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
Other
- Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
- Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None.
Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment.
Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping.
Motion: Moderate walking.
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds).
Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise.
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.
*Required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides providing instructional support in Title I, Part A programs.
This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.