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.