Instructional Assistant, Title 1

College Station ISD•College Station, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under the supervision of a dual language certified teacher. This position is Title I funded.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Complete at least two years of study at an institution of higher education (defined as completion of 48 semester hours or equivalent trimester hours) of college coursework or an applicable number of semester hours as defined by the institution of higher education attended, whichever is less; OR Possess an associate (or higher) degree; OR Meet a rigorous standard of quality and can demonstrate, through a local academic assessment— - Knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics; or -Knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
Within one year of being hired, Title I, Part A paraprofessionals must have the Educational Aide state certification.
Ability to work well with children
Ability to communicate effectively
Some experience working with children

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Preferred

Responsibilities

Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials
Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments
Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher
Work with individual students or small groups of students
Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
Maintain professional interactions with staff, parents, community and visitors.
Demonstrate the ability to remain calm and withstand pressures.
Demonstrate flexibility to change in routine and adapt quickly to changing situations.
Demonstrates respect, courteous to peers and visitors and assists fellow workers willingly.
Avoid speaking badly about the district and district personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or other administrator that are consistent with the general requirement and qualification for the position.