MS Instructional Aide

Introduction

As a pioneer in the Charter school movement, CSUSA is one of the fastest-growing education management organizations in the United States, providing a wide variety of educational choices to over 82,000 students in more than 150 schools across Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Louisiana.

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools in four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. CSUSA provides an academically rigorous education to students equipping them with real world readiness, prepared for college or career after graduation.

With an unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing the gaps in achievement and opportunity, keeping our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

Job Purpose

To join a team of people with the mission:
Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life ™. If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. We deliver on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™ through an education model that gives every student the opportunity for success. As a MS Instructional Aide, you will be responsible for assisting in the general supervision and management of the children, which allows the teachers more time to focus on the educational needs of students.

The incumbent must be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the school's educational philosophy.

Instruction/Education Responsibilities

• Assists in the implementation of the daily program under the direction of the teacher.
• Assists in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up interest centers and preparing needed materials and supplies for students' daily activities.
• Works individually or in small groups with students to review classroom instruction, listens to reading groups, or assists answering questions.
• Supervises outside playground activities.
• Helps with general housekeeping tasks.
• Assists the teacher in any other appropriate ways.
• Performs clerical tasks.
• Treats all children with dignity and respect.
• Attends all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences, including in-service training as may be required by the district.
• Operates and cares for instructional equipment used in the classroom.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.
• Follows directions given by head teacher or immediate supervisor.

Student Management

• Assists with the supervision of students outside the classroom such as: field trips to assist with student supervision and safety, during play period, lunchroom activities, dismissal, etc.
• Supervise the classroom when the teacher is out of the room.

School/Community Relations

• Maintains confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees outside the school.
• Handles sensitive and confidential information, documents, communications, incidents, etc., with discretion and in a conscientious manner.
• Cooperates and share professionally with other members of the staff.
• Promotes high academic/achievement for all children.
• Promotes a greater focus on teaching and learning.
• Promotes flexibility to stimulate local initiatives coupled with responsibility for student performance.
• Promotes improved linkages among schools, parents, and communities.

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company; supports the company's values in the strategic areas of academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Has strong time management & organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff. As unique situations present themselves, the…