<p>JOB TITLE: Instructional Aide</p> <p>HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt 187 days</p> <p>REPORTS TO: Principal and Teachers assigned</p> <p>PAY GRADE: CP1</p> <p>DEPT./SCHOOL: Copperas Cove Junior High</p> <p>DATE REVISED: 07/2025</p> <p>PRIMARY PURPOSE:</p> <p>Assist the teacher in the preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under the general supervision of the principal and the immediate direction of a certified teacher.</p> <p>QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>Education/Certification:</p> <p>Must have one of the following:</p> <p>48 hours of college credit, or</p> <p>Associate's Degree or higher, or</p> <p>have met formal academic assessment as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) such as the Paraprofessional Academy offered by a Regional Service Center</p> <p>Special Knowledge/Skills:</p> <p>Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics</p> <p>Ability to work well with children</p> <p>Ability to communicate effectively</p> <p>Experience:</p> <p>Some experience working with children</p> <p>MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:</p> <p>Instructional Support</p> <p>Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups</p> <p>Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.</p> <p>Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.</p> <p>Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.</p> <p>Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.</p> <p>Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.</p> <p>Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.</p> <p>Student Management</p> <p>Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.</p> <p>Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.</p> <p>Other</p> <p>Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance</p> <p>Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.</p> <p>Perform other duties as assigned.</p> <p>WORKING CONDITIONS:</p> <p>Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment</p> <p>Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping</p> <p>Motion: Moderate walking</p> <p>Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 50 pounds)</p> <p>Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise</p> <p>Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.</p> <p>The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.</p> <p>Copperas Cove ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, or age in its programs, activities or employment practices.</p> <p>For inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies, contact: Executive Director of Human Resources, (254) 547-1227, 408 S. Main, Copperas Cove, TX 76522</p>