Position Type:
Internal Transfers/Paraprofessional

Date Posted:
2/6/2023

Location:
To Be Determined


Brenham Independent School District - Job Description

Job Title/Position:

Classroom Instructional Aide

Department/School:

Various Campuses

Pay Information:

Days: 179

Supervised By:

Campus Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Date Revised:

February 2022

Primary Purpose:

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

Qualifications (Experience/Education/Certification):

Associate's degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the No Child Left Behind Act; valid Texas educational aide certification; experience working with children

Major Responsibilities:

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual student or small groups; assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays; assist 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 teacher 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.



• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.



• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as needed.



• Perform other duties as assigned.



• Conserve electricity as outlined in the district's energy management plan.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics



• Ability to work well with children



• Ability to communicate effectively

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Working Conditions (Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands):

Maintain emotional control under stress; regular light lifting and carrying; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instruction equipment; moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping; moderate walking; work inside and outside; exposure to noise; and work with frequent interruptions.