Kindergarten Instructional Aide - Striving Reader Grant (4.5 hrs/day)

DOUGLAS COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE (Kindergarten) - Striving Reader Grant

FUNCTION

Performs moderately difficult work in assisting teachers or other certificated personnel in planning and providing individual and group instruction to students; monitor and report student progress regarding behavior and performance; perform a variety of clerical duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Site Administrator.  The Site Administrator shall at least annually evaluate the Instructional Aide’s performance.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Supervise and monitor students assigned in the classroom and outdoors including during inclement weather.

Ensure safety of students under supervision.

Effectively manage students under supervision including the enforcement of school rules and  district policies.

Assist students with work and lessons, including those requiring remedial, or learning disability effort.

Assist classroom teachers by providing individual and group instruction to students, including the preparation and presentation of lessons.

Assist in the supervision and guidance of students in a variety of academic or non-academic settings including one-on-one or tutorial activities.

Assist with clerical duties related to the classroom environment such as photocopying, stocking and inventory of materials, laminating, etc.

Collect and organize program data; prepare data for required reports; maintain records and files.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Perform other related duties as assigned.

WORK CONTACTS

Frequent contact with certificated personnel, students, staff, and other school personnel.

CONDITIONS OF WORK

Light to moderate physical activity in a normal office/classroom and school site environment.  Position requires driving to and from various school sites and may be in adverse weather conditions.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Some knowledge of:   the educational environment;  basic teaching strategies; appropriate resources and materials; application of secondary curriculum (English, math, science, social studies);  correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary; and record  keeping techniques.  The ability to perform the following work activities with or without reasonable accommodations:

¨       Service and maintain the confidence and cooperation of children.

¨       Maintain confidentiality of student and school information.

¨       Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward students.

¨       Think and act quickly and calmly in emergencies.

¨       Print and write legibly.

¨       Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

¨       Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

¨       Prepare reports and maintain files.

¨       Work independently and meet deadlines.

¨       Organize and distribute instructional materials.

¨       Type and perform general clerical work.

¨       Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

¨       Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Some experience in the supervision of youth and providing instruction to individuals or groups, preferably in an educational setting; high school graduation or equivalent, and; 48 semester hours from an accredited  college; or, an associate’s degree; or, proof of successfully passing the Para-professional PRAXIS exam developed by Educational Testing Services. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess and maintain a valid Nevada Driver’s License.