Instructional Aide-Physical Education

Horizon Montessori Public Schools (TX) - Weslaco, TX

Weslaco, TX

Educational Services

About the position

The Instructional Aide provides instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a classroom teacher. The role involves preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities to support student learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of the teacher, working with individual students or small groups.
• Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials, classroom displays, instructional packets, attendance, and instructional videos.
• Assist in implementing lessons and activities through virtual/distance learning via Google Classroom and other multimedia options when necessary.
• 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 the teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Distribute and collect workbooks, papers, and/or instructional materials as directed by the teacher.
• Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work as assigned by the teacher.
• Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom, including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Make the teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Help students master equipment or instructional materials assigned by the teacher.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 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 (2 years defined as completion of 48 semester hours).
• Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate.
• Some experience working with children.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Ability to work well with children.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to demonstrate tact, courtesy, and helpfulness in dealing with staff, students, parents, and visitors.
• Ability to provide virtual/distance learning to students via Google Classroom and other multimedia options.