Instructional Aide - KMB

_____________________________________________________________________________

Job Title:

Instructional Assistant

Reports to:

Principal and Teacher(s) Assigned

Dept. /School:
Assigned Campus

Wage/Hour Status:
Nonexempt

Pay Grade:

Date Revised:
August 2018

_____________________________________________________________________________

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under supervision of certified teacher.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification

(Must meet one of these 3 options when hired)

At least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education

Obtained an associate's degree or higher

Meet a rigorous standard of quality through formal academic assessment required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

Special Knowledge/Skills

* Ability to work well with children

* Ability to communicate effectively

Experience

Some experience working with children

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 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 or whole class.

* Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus area, and playground duty.

* When a substitute is unavailable, cover classroom assignments as needed.

* Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

* Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.

* Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.

* Maintain confidentiality.

* Attendance is an essential job function.

* Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

Equipment Used

Copier, personal computer, typewriter, and audiovisual equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands / Physical Demands /Environmental Factors

Maintain emotional control under stress with a high stress and fast paced work environment. Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None.