Teacher Assistant, LPAC Clerk (8001)

- Entry Level

Cedar Creek, TX

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Teacher Assistant provides instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. The role involves assisting in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teachers keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
• Follow district policies and procedures pertaining to the job assignment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning.
• Valid Texas Educational Aide certificate.
• Ability to work well with children.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Some experience working with children.