Aide - Pre-Kindergarten

Katy ISD•Katy, TX

About The Position

The Aide - Pre-Kindergarten provides classroom assistance as directed by teachers. The role supports instructional activities, student learning, classroom materials and equipment, and student records. The aide works with individual students and small groups, supervises activities as directed, and follows policies and procedures related to pre-kindergarten programs. This position is classified as non-exempt and is scheduled for 187 duty days. A paraprofessional aide certificate is required once employed. The listed duties describe the general purpose and responsibilities of the position and are not exhaustive.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
For a Title I campus, 48 college hours or a score of 464 on the ParaPro test.
Ability to work with students and teachers.
Ability to manage a flexible schedule.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to work within deadlines.
Paraprofessional aide certificate required once employed.

Nice To Haves

School office experience or volunteer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Adhere to federal, state, and local policies and procedures related to pre-kindergarten programs.
Participate in planned in-services and professional growth activities.
Assist in carrying out the instructional program.
Assist in maintaining student records and audit folders.
Assist in the preparation, use, and maintenance of instructional materials and equipment.
Assist with teacher-planned activities, exercises, and drills.
Work with individual students and small groups to reinforce skills as directed by the teacher.
Attend professional meetings as required.
Assist in administering and scoring objective assessment instruments.
Maintain flexibility in performing required duties.
Place district goals above personal goals.
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others.
Supervise individual and small-group activities as directed by the teacher.