Instructional Aide - Bilingual

Primary Purpose:

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High School diploma/Associate's degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Valid Texas educational aide certificate upon employment

Bilingual Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics Ability to work well with children Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support 1. Provide instruction to students under the direction of the teacher, work with individual students or small groups 2. Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays 3. Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments 4. Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom 5. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment 6. Help the teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports 7. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers Student Management 8. Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty. 9. Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students. Other 10. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance 11. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned