Paraprofessional - Tech Apps and Leadership

Primary Purpose:
Provide instruction to students in tech apps and leadership. Prepare, conduct, and manage classroom activities.

Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
Have met formal academic assessment, associate's degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*
Valid Texas educational aide certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics
Ability to work well with children
Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:
Some experience working with children

Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Support

1. Provide instruction to students; work with individual students or small groups.
2. Prepare instructional materials and classroom displays.
3. Administer testing instruments or work assignments.
4. Maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
5. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
6. Keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
7. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management
8. Supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
9. Make principal aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other
10. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
11. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
12. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
Motion: Moderate walking
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.