Program Aide Classroom Assistant

Job Title

Program Aide Classroom Assistant

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Cehd Research And Development

Proposed Minimum Salary

$15.00 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Temporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment for all visitors, students, faculty, and staff by promoting a culture that embraces inclusion, diversity, equity, and accountability.  Diverse perspectives, talents, and identities are vital to accomplishing our mission and living our core values .

Who we are

At Research and Development in the College of Education & Human Development, we assist in the development and submission of research proposals, coordinate award documentation and manage post-award financial activities. We provide workshops for faculty and graduate students on grant submission, grant-seeking, and create compelling, competitive proposals. And we serve as a liaison to schools and other stakeholders in your research programs. To learn more about the research being conducted in the College of Education and Human Development including current projects, funding, research centers and departments, please   http://cerd.tamu.edu/

What we want

The Program Aide – Classroom Assistant will work with the Aggie ACHIEVE Summer Experience from June 6-17, 2022. Aggie ACHIEVE is a comprehensive training program for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to attend TAMU for up to four years. Aggie ACHIEVE students live in White Creek Apartments, attend TAMU classes, join clubs and organizations, and are fully integrated into student life at Texas A&M University. If you have a passion for helping others get to know the A&M campus and prepare for life as an Aggie, apply to be a residential mentor for the Aggie ACHIEVE Summer Experience. The program aide has an essential role in the Aggie ACHIEVE Summer Experience.

Specifically, the Program Aide—Classroom Assistant’s responsibilities will include: (a) provide support in Aggie ACHIEVE seminars to assist students in accessing/completing activities while working closely with the Academic Graduate Assistant and program staff. (b) support Aggie ACHIEVE students with adjusting to college and independent living; (c) attend meetings with Aggie ACHIEVE staff; and (d) assist with one weekend event during the Summer Experience. The selected candidate will subscribe to and support our commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability as stated above. If this job description sounds interesting to you, we invite you to apply to be considered for this opportunity.

 

What you need to know

Salary: $15/hr.

Position Details: The duration of this position is June 6-17, 2022.  Classes are held Monday through Friday between the hours of 9am-5pm. Upon hire, a training session (approximately 2 hours) will be arranged in late May.

Special Note: A cover letter and resume are strongly recommended. You may upload them on the application under the CV/Resume section.

COVID-19 information:  Texas A&M University monitors local, state and federally mandated health guidelines to keep students, employees, prospective employees, and visitors as safe as possible. For the latest information regarding Texas A&M’s COVID-19 response, please visit the University’s COVID-19 website . For COVID-19 employment-related information, please visit the Division of Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness’ COVID-19 website .

Qualifications

Required Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

 

 Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others

Responsibilities:

• Supervision/Management - Assist college-age adult students (ages 18-27) with intellectual and developmental disabilities with the Aggie ACHIEVE Summer Experience daily classroom activities. Assist students in navigating around campus for classes and meals. Follows TAMU Emergency Protocol and Procedures.

• Data Collection - Under the direction of Program Staff, monitor students during classroom activities. Encourage and monitor the progress of students throughout the Summer Experience. Provide feedback that facilitates growth. Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate , specific facilities at The Texas A&M System may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity.