Job Details

Paraprofessional Levels I-III

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.

Associate degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the No Child Left Behind Act. Valid Texas educational aide certificate. Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics. Ability to work well with children. Ability to communicate effectively. Some experience working with children.

Instructional Support

1. Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher, work with individual students or small groups.
2. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
3. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
4. Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
5. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
6. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
7. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

8. Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
9. Make teachers aware of the special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

10. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
11. Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.

None.

Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment. Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping. Moderate walking. Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds). Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise. Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

THE LIVINGSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, GENDER, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, OR ANY OTHER BASIS PROHIBITED BY LAW.