Bilingual Classroom Paraprofessional

Job Title: Bilingual (Spanish speaking) Classroom Aide Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt Reports to: Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned Dept./School: Nocona Elementary

Assist Emergent Bilingual students in the classroom setting.

Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements.

Work under supervision of certified teacher.

Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED Willingness to participate in training to get Aide Certification Special Knowledge/Skills: MUST BE FLUENT IN SPANISH Ability to work well with children Ability to communicate effectively Experience: Some experience working with children

• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain 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.

• Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

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

None.

Copier, personal computer, and audiovisual equipment.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress.

Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.