Primary Purpose:
Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under supervision of a certified teacher.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High school diploma or GED
48 college credits
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Ability to work well with children
Ability to communicate effectively
Experience:
Experience working with children in an educational setting
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Instructional Support
- Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
- Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
- Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
- Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
- Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
- Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
Student Management
- Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
- Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom.
- Keep the teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
- Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
- Participate in the faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
- Maintain confidentiality of information.
- All other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Equipment Used:
Copier, personal computer, typewriter, and audiovisual equipment.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting |