A Teacher Assistant assists classroom teachers by providing extra individual attention and instruction to students. Helps teachers with recordkeeping, preparation for lessons and activities and supervising students. May work with special education students, or work in a school library or computer lab; may be called teacher aide or paraprofessional.
Classroom Instructional Aide (PK) Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s)
Assigned Days To Work:
176 Days /10
Months Pay Grade:
C/T:
1 ($13.75-$19.80) (Depends on Yrs of Experience)
Wage/Hour Status:
Non-Exempt Dept./
School:
Crosby Kindergarten Center Date Revised:
05/2020; 06/2023
Report Date:
September 01, 2026 In-House applicants must complete the online internal application All substitutes for Crosby ISD, if applying for a full time job, MUST complete an
External Application 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. Assist school nurse with administrative requirements including assisting in the caring of 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. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. 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
