Educational Assistant

Educational Assistant Position

Position Available for the  School Year

Position Title:

Educational Assistant

Education Level and Certification:
High School Diploma.

For Educational Assistant positions that work in Title I-funded programs, the Educational Assistant must have a high school diploma and either an associate's degree, two years of college, or a passing score on a state or local assessment that demonstrates their ability to assist with instruction in reading, writing, and math.

Reports To:

Principal/Assistant Principal or Coordinator

Performance Responsibilities and Job Tasks:

• Provide extra assistance to students with special needs.
• Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
• Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips.
• Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
• Observe students' performance, and record relevant data to assess progress.
• Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials to prevent injuries and damage.
• Present subject matter to students following the direction and guidance of teachers.
• Perform clerical duties as assigned.
• Assist with organizing teaching materials such as textbooks, workbooks, papers, and pencils for students.
• Assist students with technology, audio-visual aids, and other equipment and materials needed for learning.
• Attend staff meetings and serve on committees, as requested.
• Prepare lesson materials, and bulletin board displays as requested.
• Carry out therapeutic regimens such as behavior modification, occupational physical therapy practice, speech/language, and personal development programs, under the supervision of special education teachers, psychologists, speech language pathologists or other professionals.
• Provide students with support in using assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.
• Assist in bus loading and unloading.
• Take class attendance and maintain attendance records.
• Check homework and tests as requested, and compute and record results, using answer sheets or electronic marking devices.
• Supervise games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
• Assist students with computer/technology hardware and software use.
• If requested to, participate in teacher-parent conferences regarding students' progress or problems.
• Plan, prepare and develop various teaching aids such as notes, charts, and graphs.
• Conduct demonstrations to teach such skills as sports, dancing, and handicrafts.
• Requisition and stock teaching materials and supplies.
• Operate and maintain audio-visual equipment and/or technology.
• Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
• Provide care for students, including reporting suspected child abuse or neglect to supervisor and provide medication administration as assigned (if trained).
• Maintain confidentiality of information concerning staff, students, and parents in accordance with the law and District rules.
• Adhere to the code of ethics of the District for non-certificated staff. The Educational Assistant must serve as a positive role model for staff and students.
• Perform other tasks or duties as assigned by the supervisor or Principal.

Application Procedure:
Apply online

Westside Community Schools is an EEO employer