Aide - Instructional Pre-K

San Angelo ISD•San Angelo, TX

8d•$12 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Primary Purpose: Provide instructional support services. Assist the teacher in instruction, preparation, and management of classroom activities. Work under the direct supervision of the teacher(s).

Requirements

Associate Degree, two years of study (48 college hours) at an institute of higher learning, or meet formal academic assessment
Valid Texas educational aide certificate
Ability to assist with classroom instruction
Ability to work well with children
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational, and interpersonal skills
Experience working with children

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak and write Spanish, preferred

Responsibilities

Provide direct instruction to students as assigned by the teacher and work with individual students and small groups.
Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays, administering and scoring assignments and assessments, preparing records and reports, and maintaining a neat and orderly learning environment.
Assist with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers, as needed.
Assist in conducting parent involvement activities.
Assist with classroom management.
Supervise students throughout the day, before and after school, inside and outside the classroom, in the cafeteria, in the hallway, at drop-off/pick-up locations, on the bus, on the playground, on field trips, and at other times and locations as assigned.
Keep the teacher informed of special needs and issues of individual students.
Maintain familiarity with district curriculum and initiatives to better serve the needs of students.
Participate in professional learning activities to improve job-related skills and demonstrate interest and initiative in professional improvement.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and special events as assigned.
Establish and maintain appropriate communication and a professional relationship with students, parents, and colleagues.
Present for students a positive role model that supports the mission of the district and demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible as set out in the Texas Educator Code of Ethics.
Articulate the district’s mission and goals to the community and solicit community support.
Maintain strict confidentiality of student and district information.