Pre-Kinder Classroom Instructional Assistant, East Central Independent School District, Arlington, VA
East Central Independent School District -
Arlington, VA,
US
Pre-Kinder Classroom Instructional Assistant
Date Posted: 2024-06-23
Job description
Position Type:
Support Staff/Classroom Assistant
Date Posted:
6/3/2024
Location:
Tradition Elementary School
Date Available:
2024-2025 School Year
Closing Date:
Until Filled
EAST CENTRAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Job Announcement
Pre-Kinder Classroom Instructional Assistant
The position of a Pre-Kinder Classroom Instructional Assistant will be available at East Central ISD for the 2024-2025 school year. All individuals (district employees included) who are interested in this position must apply online through Frontline via the district website. The deadline for submitting an application is until the position is filled.
PRIMARY PURPOSE: Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Note: Not all applicants will be interviewed. Each applicant's resume, application, and other available information will be considered in the screening process. Only those persons currently meeting all minimum requirements will be screened.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED
Must have one of the following:
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
EQUIPMENT USED: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions. Work prolonged or irregular hours. Frequent standing, stooping, walking, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); regular exposure to noise. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment. Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; control behavior through physical restraint; assist non-ambulatory students and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment. Exposure to biological hazards.
PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT: 187 Days
SALARY: Paraprofessional Support Pay Grade 201, State Compensatory Education
Roland Toscano
Superintendent of Schools
*An Equal Opportunity Employer*
Support Staff/Classroom Assistant
Date Posted:
6/3/2024
Location:
Tradition Elementary School
Date Available:
2024-2025 School Year
Closing Date:
Until Filled
EAST CENTRAL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Job Announcement
Pre-Kinder Classroom Instructional Assistant
The position of a Pre-Kinder Classroom Instructional Assistant will be available at East Central ISD for the 2024-2025 school year. All individuals (district employees included) who are interested in this position must apply online through Frontline via the district website. The deadline for submitting an application is until the position is filled.
PRIMARY PURPOSE: Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Work directly with students in the pre-kindergarten classrooms.
- Provide instruction to students under the direction of the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
- Assist teacher in preparing instructional material 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. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
- Make teachers aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
- Coordinate with the classroom teacher(s) to identify techniques and materials appropriate for use with each child.
- Keep detailed records of time and effort with each child.
- Assist teachers in program development and in preparation/acquisition of materials.
- Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
- Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
- Perform duties with minimum supervision
- Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of responsibilities and requirements of the supplemental position and its affiliated Pre-Kindergarten program.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Note: Not all applicants will be interviewed. Each applicant's resume, application, and other available information will be considered in the screening process. Only those persons currently meeting all minimum requirements will be screened.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED
Must have one of the following:
- 48 college hours with some emphasis on child growth or development or related area
- Treasuring our paraprofessionals Certificate
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
EQUIPMENT USED: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions. Work prolonged or irregular hours. Frequent standing, stooping, walking, bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); regular exposure to noise. Move small stacks of textbooks, media equipment, desks, and other classroom or adaptive equipment. Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; control behavior through physical restraint; assist non-ambulatory students and lift and move adaptive and other classroom equipment. Exposure to biological hazards.
PERIOD OF EMPLOYMENT: 187 Days
SALARY: Paraprofessional Support Pay Grade 201, State Compensatory Education
Roland Toscano
Superintendent of Schools
*An Equal Opportunity Employer*