NES: Instructional Aide

Instructional Aide (2 Positions)

Reports to: Principal and Teachers

Days to Work: 176/10 Months

Pay Grade: C/T:1 ($13.75 - $19.80) (Depends on Years of Experience)

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Dept./School: Newport Elementary

Primary Purpose:

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

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• 48 College Hours or Pass CISD District Test
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate (Application process for certificate is after hire)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

• Some experience working with children

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the administration may find appropriate and acceptable.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

• 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.

Student Management

• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• 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.

Other

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
• Professional confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Equipment Used:

• Copier, personal computer, and audiovisual equipment.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting. Duties may include inside/outside responsibilities in various weather conditions.

The Crosby Independent School District - in compliance with the Title VII, American Disability Act, Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other statues- seeks to provide equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status. This policy extends to the employment and all programs and activities conducted by the district. For Further information, Contact the Office of the Superintendent, Crosby Independent School District, 14670 FM 2100, Crosby, Texas 77532.

An Equal Opportunity Employer