Substitute Aide

SUBSITUTE AIDE

REPORTS TO: Certified classroom teacher, principal and curriculum supervisors

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Experience as required by the position
• Ability to assist with instructional activities and to communicate effectively with students and school staff
• Knowledge of diverse needs of children with disabilities and appropriate special education classroom practices
• Required criminal history check and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

JOB GOAL:

To assist the classroom teacher by working with individual and small groups of students to provide them with educational assistance and facilitate learning in the classroom environment.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Include but not limited to)

• Assists with individualized instruction and works with small groups of students under the supervision of the teacher to reinforce material initially introduced by the teacher.
• Assist the classroom teacher in the delivery of instructional materials and activities to individual students or groups of students.
• Helps with the supervision of students on field trips and/or events.
• Assists in building related activities such as recess, lunch room, and playground supervision, etc.
• Promote conversation between peers and faculty to encourage language development.
• Supervise students in various settings (classroom, lunchroom, playground) to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.
• Promote independence.
• Help organize and manage instructional materials, supplies, and equipment to maintain an orderly learning environment.
• Assist in the management of classroom behavior by implementing positive behavior support strategies and redirecting inappropriate behavior as needed.
• Become familiar with the needs of the students he/she is responsible for by reading modifications, attending training and seeking the assistance of appropriate faculty members.
• Perform routine clerical tasks such as photocopying, filing and maintaining student records as directed by the teacher.
• Assist with taking daily attendance and maintaining accurate records, when required.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with students, teachers, parents and other staff members.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Performs other appropriate duties as assigned by the teacher or administrator.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Rate - $15.49/hr.