Hall Monitor; Non-Instructional Aide – Herman J. Russell West End Academy

Position:
Hourly Hall Monitor (Non-Instructional Aide) – Herman J. Russell West End Academy

Job

Location:

Herman J. Russell West End Academy (High-Needs School)

The Non-Instructional Aide provides support to teachers and administration in ensuring a safe, orderly learning environment and to enforce school policy. Maintains strict confidentiality with respect to information concerning students, personnel, and other administrative matters affecting the district.

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Preferred:
  Current GA Paraprofessional Certificate.
• Alternative:
  Associate’s degree or completed 2 years of study at an institution of higher education.
• Required:
  
  High School Diploma or equivalent GED.

• Experience gained through education and certification/license requirements.
• 2 years of experience preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to work well with students, staff, and parents in a professional manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to de-escalate possible conflicts.
• Ability to make good decisions in difficult situations.
• Proficient written and oral communication skills.
• Good planning and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of school safety & security procedures.
• Proficient Microsoft Office.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt as needed between in-person learning environments.

• Provides assistance to areas within the school building including but not limited to the office, hallways, and restrooms.
• Provides presence and coverage in the cafeteria by assisting and monitoring students during lunch period; assists with cleaning the eating areas, such as wiping down tables at the end of lunch period.
• Provides non-instructional computer assistance to students; may also provide clinical aide assistance and personal care services.
• Provides supervision when students are outside at recess and inside during indoor recess by organizing activities and providing assistance when playing games.
• Maintains discipline and monitors student behavior.
• Assists with supervising students before the school day begins and at dismissal to ensure transportation at the end of the day.
• Provides coverage to the detention area and hallways as needed.
• During fire drills or other emergency evacuations, assists in ensuring a safe and orderly exiting of the building.
• May assist in the classroom at the direction of the teacher or administrator when requested.
• Required to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours and as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by an appropriate administrator or their representative.

Atlanta Public Schools