Looking for Instructional Aide, Head Start (23-24 SY) in Texas

Job title: Instructional Aide, Head Start (23-24 SY) Company: South San Antonio Independent School District Job description: The Head Start Instructional Aide assists teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements (e.g., record keeping, material processing, activity set-up, student assistance, and tutoring) and works under supervision of certified teacher. This position requires eating with assigned students to reinforce ?family meal? practices, encouraging and supporting parent volunteers, and compliance with Head Start Performance Standards. Qualifications Education/Certification:

• Associate degree or higher; or
• Minimum of Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, be enrolled in a program leading to an associate or baccalaureate degree or be enrolled in a CDA credential program to be completed within 2 years
• Valid Texas educational aide certificate
• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency) and passed the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) test; and
• Be eligible to obtain a paraprofessional certificate issued by the State Board of Educator Certification
• Willing to accept other responsibilities as assigned
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee
• Candidate must have a current pre-employment health screen paid by the employee

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Competency in providing instructional assistance as required during individual and small group instruction and modeling good practices during play and meal/snack times
• Supervise children in a variety of situations
• Ability to work with staff and interact with children of diverse backgrounds
• Able to have initiative and maintain a sense of humor and patience during stress
• Organizational skills, flexibility, problem analysis, and ability to follow directions
• Strong communication and organizational skills in written and oral forms
• Proficient computer skills (e.g., word processing, charts, spreadsheets) applications, and telephone skills
• Fluent bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of classroom assistance experience in an early childhood or elementary education program (preferred)
• Experience in Head Start philosophy and practices, early education programs, and developmentally appropriate practices for young children (preferred)

Major Responsibilities and Duties Instructional Strategies: * Assist teacher in the preparation of materials needed for classroom instruction and activities for both large and small groups per lesson plan and Head Start requirements

• Assist teacher in preparing classroom displays
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Eat with assigned students to reinforce ?family meal? practices
• Assist teacher in the basic care to children, including tooth brushing, toileting, diapering; assist physically ill children; assist with the detection of head lice and other communicable diseases
• Assist with meal and snack purchasing, preparation, and planning
• Assist with cleaning and disinfecting of classroom equipment and materials
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers
• Perform basic clerical and record-keeping duties
• Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards

Student Management: * Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups

• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom?including lunchroom, bus, and playground duty
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual student

Other:

• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance and as required
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals, and audiovisual equipment; standard instructional equipment
• Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping
• Motion: Moderate walking
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
• Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

The Superintendent reserves the right to waive any requirements for any qualified applicant. Not all applicants will be interviewed. Your resume, letter of interest, and other available information will be considered in the screening process. ?AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER? It is the policy of South San Antonio ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation or disability in its vocational programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and SSAISD's board policies DIA, FFH, and FFI Employee Acknowledgement of Receipt Date: Powered by Aspex Solutions - AppliTrack, Applicant Tracking for Educators. Online Job Employment Applications, Web Based Employment Applications for School Districts and Educational Institutions - You can also view at www.k12jobspot.com. K12JobSpot is a site that has thousands of teaching jobs - all from AppliTrack school districts. Expected salary: Location: Texas Apply Job!