Bilingual Instructional Paraprofessional

Position: Bilingual Instructional Paraprofessional Campus: KE Little Elementary School Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt Immediate Supervisor(s): Campus Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned Pay Grade: Per Compensation Manual Days Employed: Per Compensation Manual PRIMARY PURPOSE: * Assist teachers in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements * Work under the supervision of a certified teacher Education/Certification: * High School Diploma or GED * Valid Texas educational aide certificate Qualifications for paraprofessional (PK-12 instructional aides): * Must have completed at least 30 college hours; or * Obtained an associate's (or higher) degree; or * Met a rigorous standard of quality, demonstrated through a formal State or local academic assessment Special Knowledge/Skills: * Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions * Good interpersonal skills * Ability to work well with students and staff Experience: * Some experience working with children MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Instructional Support: * Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays * Assist with the 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 teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports * Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers Student Management: * Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher, work with individual students or small groups * Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside, and outside the classroom.

This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

* Keep the teacher informed of the special needs of students Other: * Participate in staff development training programs to improve job perform * Participate in faculty meetings and special events * Other duties as assigned EQUIPMENT USED: * Copier, computer, audiovisual equipment WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: * Maintain emotional control under stress * Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting