Head Start IA

Position Type:
Support Staff/Head Start Instructional Assistant

Date Posted:
11/8/2023

Location:
East Texas Montessori Prep Academy
PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements; work under supervision of certified teacher

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Associate's Degree (or 48 college credit hours), two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Knowledge of general office equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

Two years of experience working with children, educational environment, preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1.Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local boardpolicy

2.Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays

3.Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments

4.Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment

5. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports

6. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers

7. Provide coverage for classroom in absence of teacher or substitute, or as needed

8. Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, both inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus duty, and playground duty

9. Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students

10. Assist in maintaining a neat and orderly classroom

11. Assist the teacher in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports

12. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed

13. Comply with district policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations

14. Adhere to the district's safety policies and procedures

15. Maintain confidentiality in the conduct of district business

16. Must be able to perform the essential functions of walking and interacting with students and/or district employees in the specific work site assigned (classroom or office setting)

17. Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance

18. Other duties as assigned

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