Job Abstract

DEFINITION:
Under the limited supervision of the classroom teacher and under the minimal supervision of the site administrator, assists in improving student skills and carrying out the educational program in the classroom and other school programs as assigned.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:
Emphasis may vary with assignment, however, all the following are required of incumbent: works with students individually or in small groups with reading and other learning experiences planned by the teacher; works with the teacher in planning learning schedules and developing materials to be used in the classroom; assists teacher in maintaining a satisfactory room environment by maintaining student records and logs, keeping materials and equipment organized, helping the arrangement of bulletin boards and learning and interest centers; helps in the evaluation of pupil progress by noting and documenting such progress and informing the teacher of observations; assists the teacher in identifying pupil needs, and cooperates with other staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude and learning problems; works with identified Title I students; enhances children’s phonics, sight and sound words and numbers; assist with teaching basic punctuation, poems and rhymes; performs tasks as needed to meet demands of core duties consistent with departmental duty statements.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:

• correct English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation;
• the needs and concerns of children with learning disabilities;
• basic record keeping.

Ability to:

• meet the physical, mental and environmental demands of position;
• work with children or groups of children effectively;
• meet district standards for physical and mental health;
• understand and carry out oral and written directions;
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• perform tasks in a safe and efficient manner, so as to not cause a risk to the health and safety of self and others.

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Successful work with children in an educational/recreational setting;
• MUST submit verification of completion of the twelfth grade through diploma, high school transcripts or GED certificate at the time of hire;
• MUST meet one of the following requirements:

1. Submit verification of an AA/S degree or above; OR
2. Submit verification of completion of a minimum of (48) semester units of higher education (official transcripts required); OR
3. Successfully pass the district Instructional Aide test.