Teacher Aide, Kinder

Job Title: Teacher Aide Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Principal & Teacher(s) assigned Pay Grade: 01 Works with: Students/Parents/Staff Days: 187 Dept./School: Assigned Campus Date Revised: 01.22.2021 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 Hours from an accredited college/university preferred Valid Texas educational aide certificate Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to work well with children Ability to communicate effectively Experience: Some experience working with children 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 lunch- room, 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. Responsible and adheres to Edcouch-Elsa ISD Employee Handbook policies and Edcouch-Elsa ISD Board policies which can be found on the Edcouch-Elsa ISD website www.eeisd.org quick link online policies.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor. 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. 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.