TITLE: Aide, Instructional STATUS: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Campus Principal TERMS: 180 Days
DEPARTMENT: Assigned Campus PAY GRADE: IS1-IS3
PRIMARY FUNCTIONProvide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist inpreparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.
QUALIFICATIONSEducation/Certification:High School diploma or GED (required)Valid Educational Aide Certificate issued by the State Board of Educator CertificationMust meet all highly qualified "Every Student Succeeds Act" (ESSA) requirements
Special Knowledge/Skills:Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematicsAbility to work well with childrenAbility to communicate effectivelyExperience:Experience:Two years of experience working with students preferredSuch alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate
EVALUATIONPerformance will be evaluated annually in accordance with provision of the Board's policy on evaluation ofpersonnel.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:1. Provide instruction to students under the direction of the teacher; work with individual students or smallgroups.2. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.3. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.4. Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.5. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.6. Help teachers keep administrative records and prepare required reports.7. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
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- Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom. This includes lunchroom,bus, and playground duty.9. Make teachers aware of special needs or problems of individual students.10. Help manage behavior of students. This includes intervening in crisis situations and restraining disruptive ordangerous students as needed.11. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.12. Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.13. Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies for instructional aides.14. Maintain confidentiality.15. Reliable attendance and punctuality.16. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.17. Participate in staff development activities to improve job-related skills.18. Comply with state, district, and school regulations and policies.19. Attend and participate in faculty meetings and serve on staff committees as required.20. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.21. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor and the Superintendent of Schools.
WORK ENVIRONMENTTools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standardinstructional equipment; other specialized and adaptive equipment used by studentsPosture: Frequent standing; kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twistingMotion: Frequent walking and reachingLifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); Occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds orover) and positioning or students with physical disabilities, controlling behavior through physicalrestraint, assisting non ambulatory students, and lifting and moving adaptive and other classroomequipmentEnvironment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposureto noise; exposure to biological hazards (bacteria, communicable diseases)Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress
The above statements are intended to describe major job functions of this position and are not intended torepresent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. The Superintendent or designeemay assign additional duties when deemed appropriate.
Special Funding: If my position is funded by grants, federal funding, or other special funding, I understandthat my employment is expressly conditioned on the availability of full funding for the position. If full fundingbecomes unavailable my employment is subject to termination or non-renewal, as applicable.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Therequirements listed to the job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, ability, and physical
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demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities toperform the essential job functions.
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