School Suspension Aide - Part Time

Job Title

Job Summary:

Assist with clerical and instructional duties, including projecting a positive image for the district.

• High school diploma
• Experience and interest in working with students
• Current (dated within five years) Child Abuse, PA State Criminal History, and PDE FBI Clearances as required by the Child Protective Services Law and PA School Code

• Conduct non-instructional duties such as monitoring students, as well as providing general instructional support to students participating in developmental and instructional activities designed by the teacher.
• Assist the teacher in fostering readiness and socialization skills deemed necessary for later academic success.
• Prepare instructional materials, as needed.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of student progress charts.
• Assist with promoting safety practices, building and classroom rules, and in situations of illness or injury.
• Attend training as dictated by the supervisor.
• Perform any duties and responsibilities that are within the scope of employment, as assigned by the Principal or designee.

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit
• Ability to bend, twist, and climb stairs
• Ability to reach above and below the waist
• Ability to use fingers to pick, feel, and grasp objects
• Ability to use both hands for repetitive motion
• Occasionally lift/push and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Occasionally stoop, kneel, or crouch

• Standard office/classroom setting, including standard office equipment

• Must be courteous, congenial, cooperative, and service-oriented.
• Professional appearance.
• Utilize databases and other district software and technology proficiently, as designated by the supervisor.
• Must be able to work independently or in a team (as circumstances warrant) and be able to work with frequent interruptions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with students, personnel at all levels, and members of the public.
• Follow written and verbal directions, provide direction, and motivate peers.
• Must be able to read/write/correspond clearly, concisely, and effectively at a post-secondary level; interpret and follow district policies, regulations, and work rules; and exercise good judgment.
• Must appropriately handle confidential information.

EOE