Title I, Part A- 211 The intent of Title I, Part A, is to provide supplemental resources to LEAs to help schools with high concentrations of students from low-income families provide high-quality education that will enable all children to meet the challenging state academic standards.
Title II, Part A-Supporting Effective Instruction- 2555 The intent of Title II, Part A is to provide resources to LEAS to increase student achievement, improve the quality and effectiveness of teachers, principals, and other school leader, and to increase the number of teachers, principals land other school leaders who are effective in improving student academic achievement in schools.
Title III, Part A- 263 The intent of Title III, Part A is to provide supplemental resources to LEAs to help ensure that children who are English learners, including immigrant children and youth, attain English proficiency at high levels in academic subjects and can meet the same challenging State academic standards that all children are expected to meet.
Title IV, Part A- 287 The intent of Title IV, Part A is to improve the academic achievement of all students by increasing the capacity of LEAs, schools, and communities to provide all students with access to a well-rounded education, improve school conditions for student learning, and improve the use of technology in order to enhance academic outcomes and digital literacy of students.
Perkins V, 244 The intent of Perkins V, 244 is to expand opportunities for every student to explore, choose, and follow career and technical education programs of study and career pathways to earn credentials of value.
SUMMARY:
Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.
The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein, however, this list represents examples only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.
Model KISD core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties effectively and efficiently for the purpose of supporting and contributing to high student achievement.
Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams and participate in cross-functional work groups.
Maintain a commitment to the District mission; model District expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Instructional Support
Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher, work with individual students or small groups.
Help teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
Help with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
Help the teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
Student Management
Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
Interact with students in an equitable manner, including the fair application of rules; help manage the behavior of assigned students as needed and according to district policy.
Assume responsibility for learning and adapting to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
Make teachers aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
Policy, Reports, and Law
Maintain confidentiality.
Participate in professional development programs, faculty meetings, and special events as assigned.
Comply with all policies, operating procedures, legal requirements, and verbal and written directives.
Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.
Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
High School Diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) Certificate
Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate
Crisis Prevention Institute Training – if required by campus
Have met formal academic assessment, associate degree, or two years of study at an institution of higher learning*
*Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program.
Experience:
One (1) year successful experience working with children
*For Title I, Part A Programs: Two (2) years successful experience working with children in an educational setting
SPECIAL KNOWLEGDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics