Instructional Assistant, Pre-K (Candidate Pool) 26-27

College Station ISD•College Station, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities to promote the social, emotional, physical and cognitive development of preschool children. Build positive, healthy relationships with students and parents to encourage school readiness skills.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Ability to work well with children and families
Ability to communicate effectively
Willing to be trained in Crisis Prevention Intervention and to implement as needed
Willing to be trained in Conscious Discipline® and to implement in all situations with children
CPR and First Aid required, but may be obtained after employment
Recent (within 12 months of hiring) physical exam and cleared tuberculosis test

Nice To Haves

Associate Degree (Early Education preferred) or valid Child Development Associate (CDA) credential preferred
Valid Texas educational aide certificate (may be obtained after hired)
Some experience working with children in educational settings preferred

Responsibilities

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: Use principles and practices of Conscious Discipline® philosophy in all situations involving instruction and 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, including lunchroom, bus, and playground
Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
Share responsibility for toileting or custodial issues
Other: Communicate any family information gained clearly and immediately to Family Services Facilitator and teacher.
Communicate personal plans to teacher and other team members as applicable
Contribute with all Head Start staff to maintain positive and effective campus team.
Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
Participate to improve own professional performance through workshops, staff development, conferences, college courses, and other training opportunities.
Perform other duties as assigned by program or campus staff.
Follow campus and district directives, policies, and procedures.
Conduct oneself in a professional manner at all times, but especially during school hours and at school related events.
Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expexted for this position.