<p>Primary Purpose</p> <ul> <li>Assist K-12 teachers in the academic development of their students; assist in the preparation and organization of the classroom activities; work under the supervision of a certified teacher. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Education/Certification/Licensure</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or GED </li><li>Educational Aide I certification </li><li>15 college hours or passing score on Paraprofessional Exam </li></ul> <p>Special Knowledge/Skills</p> <ul> <li>Effective communication and interpersonal skills </li><li>Ability to work well with children </li><li>Patience, tolerance, and flexibility </li><li>Knowledge of general office equipment </li></ul> <p>Experience</p> <ul> <li>Some verifiable experience working with children (e.g. daycare, Sunday school, sports, girl/boy scouts) </li></ul> <p>Major Responsibilities and Duties</p> <ul> <li>Assist the teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays. </li><li>Work with individual students or small groups to conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher. </li><li>Reinforce appropriate behavior in accordance with teacher's plans and assist in classroom discipline and behavior management. </li><li>Keep the teacher informed of any special needs or problems of individual students. </li><li>Assist in supervising students throughout the school day, inside classroom, in the lunchroom, and outside the classroom during arrival and dismissal. </li><li>Assist in inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment. </li><li>Assist with the administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments. </li><li>Assist the teacher in keeping administrative records and preparing required reports. </li><li>Participate in in-service training programs, faculty meetings, and special events, as needed. </li><li>Type materials, make copies, take attendance, record grades, set up files, file reports, make games or other manipulatives, charts, etc. </li><li>Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers. </li><li>Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy. </li><li>Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. </li><li>Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD. </li><li>Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth. </li><li>Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking action. </li><li>Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals. </li><li>Demonstrates proficient levels of technology applications. </li><li>Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students. </li><li>Utilize time wisely for effective management of job responsibilities. </li><li>Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and meetings. </li><li>Meet task completion deadlines established by supervisor. </li><li>Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers. </li><li>Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met. </li><li>Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal). </li><li>Perform other duties and accept other responsibilities as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Working Conditions</p> <p>Mental Demands</p> <p>Effective communication; ability to maintain emotional control under stress; ability to work with frequent interruptions</p> <p>Physical Demands/Environmental Factors</p> <p>Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting</p> <p>Terms: 183 days</p> <p>Pay Grade: PARA 1</p>