INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE-BEHAVIOR CLASSROOM

Santa Fe ISD•Santa Fe, TX

57d

About The Position

Assist the teacher in providing students with the opportunities to realize their academic potential, through the preparation and management of classroom activities while under the supervision of a certified teacher.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Eligible for certification as an Aide I or II
Must be Highly Qualified as described by the No child left Behind Act. (At least 48 college credits or have a PACT Certificate.)
Ability to lift 30 lbs. without assistance
Some experience working with children

Responsibilities

Assist the teacher with individual students in all curricular areas. The assistance may be individual, small group, or large group.
Assist the teacher with instructional materials, gathering assignments, and disseminating materials to other instructional staff when necessary.
Be familiar with and able to use curriculum and other available materials to assist student progress.
Assist the Teacher in screening and informal assessments.
Assist in preparing and maintaining the classroom and materials for instruction.
Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom.
Reinforce building, classroom, and/or individual behavior plans.
Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom.
Collect and file records, as directed, to assist students and teachers.
Assist in inventory and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
Attend team meetings and assist with communication between mainstream teachers and other special education staff.
Provide assistance in an environment other than the designated supervising teacher's classroom, as needed.
Understand the individual differences and needs of students.
Provide assistance to students with disabilities as assigned by the teacher, principal, Director of Special Education or designee.
Participate in in-service training programs provided by the local district.
Assist in some situations with students who display aggressive behaviors when needed.
Exemplify high standards of ethical conduct.
Display tolerance necessary for accepting supervision for and criticism of job performance.
Work in harmony with supervisory, faculty, and peer personnel.
Use professional information discreetly and judiciously.
Use positive, professional communication at all times with staff, students, and parents.
Support and follow administrative and board policy.
Represent the school system to the community in a positive, professional way.
Maintain a sincere, friendly attitude toward patrons.
Perform other duties as assigned.