Pre-K Aide 183 Days (2025-2026)

Job Title : Aide Wage / Hour Status : Non-Exempt

Job Role : Pre-K / Bilingual Pre-K / Tuition Base Pre-K Funding Source : Local

Pay Grade : PR 2

Department / School : Campus Assigned

Function : Educational Support

Reports to : Campus Principal HR Date Approved : January 2009

HR Date Revised : April 2024

SUMMARY :

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing conducting and managing classroom activities. Assists the Pre-Kindergarten teacher in providing for the physical instructional and social needs of students including the preparation and management of classroom activities and routines. Assists with the implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEP) 504 Plans and Response to Intervention (RTI) accommodations.

The essential functions pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act may include the characteristic duties and responsibilities noted herein however this list represents examples only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

Model KISD core organizational beliefs and values; perform duties effectively and efficiently for the purpose of supporting and contributing to high student achievement.

Provide program support and service delivery; communicate effectively within and across teams and participate in cross-functional work groups.

Maintain a commitment to the District mission; model District expectations through personal leadership and actively support the efforts of others to achieve District goals.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Instructional Support

Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.

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 the teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.

Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

Help supervise students throughout the school day inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom bus and playground duty.

Make the teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

Attend and participate in faculty meetings and special events and serve on staff committees as required.

Ensure that all interactions with students District personnel and parents are supportive courteous and respectful.

Policy Reports and Law

Maintain confidentiality.

Develop and maintain systems for retrieval of information in support of all programs; compile maintain file and secure all physical and computerized reports records and other required documents.

Pursue Professional Development activities for self and assigned staff; ensure that Professional Development activities are aligned with District goals and initiatives and current professional research.

Comply with all policies operating procedures legal requirements and verbal and written directives.

Comply with the Professional Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators.

Follow District safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education / Certification :

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate

Have met formal academic assessment associate degree or two years of study at an institution of higher learning

Valid Texas Educational Aide Certificate

• For positions funded by Title monies or for positions at campuses identified as a campus-wide Title campus the following additional qualifications apply :

An associate degree two years of study at an institute of higher learning or have met formal academic assessment Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

Experience :

Experience working with children

Experience in educational environment (preferred)

SPECIAL KNOWLEGDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES :

Ability to assist in instructing reading writing and mathematics

Ability to work well with children

Skill in working with a variety of students in varied situations

Ability to be self-motivated and self-directed

Ability to read; understand and follow detailed written and verbal instructions

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES :

None

MENTAL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS :

Tools / Equipment Used :

Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture :

Prolonged sitting; occasional bending / stooping pushing / pulling and twisting

Motion :

Repetitive hand motions frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting :

Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment :

Work to be completed on-site from assigned school or building; regular exposure to noise and computer monitors

No remote work

Mental Demands :

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress work; prolonged or irregular hours

INTENT AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT :

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.

Key Skills

Culinary Experience,Restaurant Experience,Food Preparation Experience,Food Service,Kitchen Experience,Dietary Aide Experience,Serving Experience,Cooking,Dietary Department Experience,Sanitation,Food Production Experience,Meal Preparation

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1