Support

The School Aide position will provide support for the University Academy with students and teachers in the classroom.

Longview (2024-2025 school year)

• School Aide (Job ID # 12519)
  
  

Palestine (2024-2025 school year)

• School Aide - SpEd (Job ID # 13014)
• School Aide - Title I  (Job ID # 12805)

Job Type/Hours per Week 

Full-Time/40 hours weekly

Salary

$23,040 annually; dependent on start date.

Anticipated Start Date

9/1/2024

Other Information

• This position is for 192 days which follow the University Academy District Calendar each school year (varies year-to-year, typically mid-August to early June).
• This position will have no vacation accrual since summers are off.
• This position will be paid on a 12-month distribution to have their pay/benefits through the summer.
• Dependent on start date, the monthly salary will be prorated according to the number of school days remaining at $120/day.

• Competitive Salary Structure
• TRS System
• Health – $0 premium for employee
• Dental
• Vision Care
• Prescription Drug Program
• Term Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• UTFLEX (Med. And Dependent Care)
• Long Term Care

Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks

• Assists with direct instruction of students (individually or in small groups) under supervision of teacher.
• Assists in student management (in/out of classroom)
• Assists with preparing instructional material and classroom for daily lessons.
• Assists with other campus activities/duties as needed: breakfast/lunch duty, pick-up duty, etc.

Required Education/Experience

• High school graduation or equivalent.

Preferred Education/Experience

• 2 years relevant experience preferred.
• College hours preferred.
• Educational Aide certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• General subject content knowledge.
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Experience working with special needs students.

 

Submit your resume, cover letter, three references, and the Declaration of Applicant Form to the UT Tyler Career Portal.  No resumes can be accepted by email.  The Declaration page is required and must be merged with your resume prior to uploading.

The Administrative Assistant provide non-routine clerical/administrative support, which may include managing scheduling, maintaining student records, handling communications, organizing events, data entry, report preparation, compliance monitoring, and administrative tasks.

Tyler

• Administrative Assistant III (Job ID # 13067)
• Special Education Administrative Assistant I (Job ID: 13108)

Job Type/Hours per Week 

Full-Time/40 hours weekly

Salary

$2,866.50 monthly

Anticipated Start Date

10/1/2024

Other Information

This position is for 226 days.

 

• Competitive Salary Structure
• TRS System
• Health – $0 premium for employee
• Dental
• Vision Care
• Prescription Drug Program
• Term Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• UTFLEX (Med. And Dependent Care)
• Long Term Care

Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks

• Copying, scanning, faxing, printing, filing, organizing.
• Take phone calls, compose e-mails, and other written communication.
• Assist in compiling/maintaining documents for various reporting events.
• Assist in scheduling appointments and follow-ups.
• Maintain and organize student records.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents.
• Enter and update student data in the PEIMS system.
• Verify and validate data for accuracy.
• Generate and prepare compliance and internal reports.
• Assist in submitting required reports to educational authorities.
• Help monitor compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Organize and maintain PEIMS-related files and documentation.
• Assist with event preparations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) Years of related work experience

Preferred Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a field closely related to the specific endeavor of the department.
• One (1) or more years of clerical experience.
• Experience with Skyward and Excel is preferred.
• Database experience.

Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Skyward.
• Excellent customer service skills both in person and over the phone.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Understanding of operating standard office equipment.
• Strong ability to multi-task and work with many interruptions.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• Ethical; Able to maintain confidential information.

 

Submit your resume, cover letter, three references, and the Declaration of Applicant Form to the UT Tyler Career Portal.  No resumes can be accepted by email.  The Declaration page is required and must be merged with your resume prior to uploading.

UT Tyler University Academy is looking to build a pool of candidates for substitutes. As openings become available, applicants will be selected for interviews.

Tyler (2024-2025 school year)

• Substitute (pooled posting; Job ID # 13048)

Longview (2024-2025 school year)

• Substitute (pooled posting; Job ID # 13050)

Palestine (2024-2025 school year)

• Substitute (pooled posting; Job ID # 13049)

Job Type/Hours per Week 

Part-time; up to 19.5 hours weekly, hours and schedule will vary. School days/hours are Monday through Friday 7:30am-4:00pm.

Salary

$15.00 per hour

Other Information 

The employee will be on an as-needed basis, not to exceed 19.5 hours per week, for the instructional days defined by University Academy District Calendar.

Required Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• General subject content knowledge.
• General knowledge of curriculum and instruction.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Education/Experience

• Some college hours or associate degree preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

• Effectively manage classroom behavior, maintain order, and establish a learning environment that mirrors that of the regular teacher.
• The ability to quickly adapt to different grade levels, subject matter, and classroom routines.
• Effective communication with students, teachers, and administrative staff.

Submit your resume, cover letter, three references, and the Declaration of Applicant Form to the UT Tyler Career Portal.  No resumes can be accepted by email.  The Declaration page is required and must be merged with your resume prior to uploading.

UT Tyler University Academy is looking to build a pool of candidates for bus drivers. As openings become available, applicants will be selected for interviews. This position is responsible for the safe operation of University vehicles and excellent customer service to passengers.

Tyler (2024-2025 school year)

• Bus Driver (pooled posting; Job ID # 13046)

Longview (2024-2025 school year)

• Bus Driver (pooled posting; Job ID # 13045)

Palestine (2024-2025 school year)

• Bus Driver (pooled posting; Job ID # 13047)

Job Type/Hours per Week 

Part-time; up to 19.5 hours weekly, hours and schedule will vary.

Salary

$18.00 per hour

Other Information 

The employee will be on an as-needed basis, not to exceed 19.5 hours per week, for the instructional days defined by University Academy District Calendar.

 

Required Education / Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Two years of commercial driving experience including minimum of one year of experience driving a passenger/school bus.
• Valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with Air Brake, Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) Endorsements.
• Texas School Bus Drivers Certification
• Must pass a Driver’s license history check and criminal background check
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment and will be subject to reasonable cause and random alcohol and drug screening during employment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

• Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations, safety procedures, vehicle mechanics, route/areas, passenger management, and first aid.
• Driving, communication, customer service, observational, and problem-solving skills.
• Stress tolerance, situational awareness, time management, and adaptability.
• Competent in safety orientation, regulatory compliance, and technology.

Submit your resume, cover letter, three references, and the Declaration of Applicant Form to the UT Tyler Career Portal.  No resumes can be accepted by email.  The Declaration page is required and must be merged with your resume prior to uploading.