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JOB DESCRIPTION

Title Pre-K Teacher Aide Department Campus Based Reports To Campus Principal Compensation CIS 303 Days 185

Revised:

03/21/2025

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Assist the teacher in preparation of management of classroom activities and clerical requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certification Requirements High school graduate or GED equivalent Must meet one of these requirements: Minimum of forty-eight (48) semester college, or Associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university, or Have met formal academic assessment as required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) or No Child Left Behind (NCLB) Eligible to obtain an Educational Aide certificate issued by the State Board of Educator Certification CPR, First Aid and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certified, to be completed within 90 days of hire Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check Knowledge and Skills Ability to work well with children Ability to communicate effectively Follow verbal and written instructions Ability to remain calm in a stressful situation Health and physical qualifications appropriate for the demands of the position

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

: (The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.) Perform tasks under the general supervision of a certified teacher or teaching team Release the teacher from routine tasks and participate in selecting, organizing, and evaluating program elements Provide assistance to the teacher in preparing and using instructional materials Conduct drills and exercises with groups and individual students as directed by the teacher Assist in administration and scoring of measurement instruments and daily student work Assist students with programmed or precise units of instruction Help with record keeping, health routines, lunchroom and playground activities Attend to the physical needs of students when necessary and assist in the training of self-help skills Accompany classes on field trips Attend appropriate in-service training sessions Assist with loading and unloading of school buses Perform other duties as assigned, based on campus needs Must complete designated district technology proficiencies each year Requires a basic knowledge of technology/computer skills Ability to use a personal computer to access district programs, emails, and other resources Maintain a consistent professional demeanor and appearance Ensure compliance with the Texas Educator's Code of Ethics Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervision and evaluation of district personnel is not a requirement of the position; however, the supervision of students is required.

Equipment Used:

Office equipment - personal computer, printer, calculator, multi-line telephone, software programs and peripherals, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position

Mental Demands:

Ability to read, concentrate, communicate (verbally and written), interpret, reason, understand verbal instructions, memorize, coordinate, compile, compute, Work with frequent interruptions and maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands:

Frequent:

Sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs and/or ramps, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speaking clearly, visual acuity, distinguishing colors, driving, traveling.

Occasional:

Lifting, heavy, 45 pounds or more

Environmental Factors:

Frequent exposure to temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise, low or intense illumination, vibration Occasional exposure to biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.) Work alone, work prolonged or irregular hours

Nondiscrimination Statement:

The Judson School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status.