Assist in conducting intensified learning experience for students in assigned area and relieve teacher of various non-instructional duties
· Assists teacher in management of student arrival and departure time
· Perform supportive tasks, primarily of a non-instructional nature, for a certified.
· Assist teacher and students in achieving the objectives of the program or activities
· Maintain discipline in the absence of the teacher
· Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom
· Tutor students individually or in small groups to reinforce and follow-up learning activities
· Help teacher supervise students throughout the day, inside and outside the classroom, including hall, lunchroom, auditorium, gym, and playground monitoring
· Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports
· Assist Teacher with copying, organizing, and filing materials for distribution to students
· Help with the inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment
· Keep teacher 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
· Help decorate the classroom for special events, PTA meetings, holidays, etc
· Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned
· Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position
High School Diploma or USA equivalency; Associate Degree or 48 College credit hours or pass an academic assessment; Valid Texas educational aide certificate
· Six months of knowledge and skills acquired through work experience or successful completion of a specific training program for teacher assistants is preferred
· Demonstrated initiative and a willingness to follow verbal and written instructions
· Demonstrated general knowledge of child growth/development and behavior characteristics
· Perform supportive tasks, primarily of a non-instructional nature, for a certified
· Assist teacher and students in achieving the objectives of the program or activities
· Demonstrated flexibility to cope with the challenges of a rapidly changing world
· Demonstrated willingness to remain current with the latest developments in the profession