Summary

Supervise and assist students in a variety of instructional and non-instructional school activities. Provide clerical and classroom support services to help maintain an effective learning environment. Paraprofessionals are not responsible for the design, direction, or evaluation of the teaching-learning process. Duties and responsibilities will vary depending on assignment and student needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Instructional Aide may perform the following duties:

Supervise and assist students in all school-related areas and activities, including classrooms, resource rooms, cafeterias, study halls, playgrounds, assemblies, field trips, and during transportation (on and off buses).
Provide reinforcement instructional support in visual, auditory, motor, and cognitive skill areas.
Perform delegated instructional services, such as assisting students with independent study projects, make-up work, or small group activities.
Support the conduct of co-curricular and extracurricular activities as assigned.
Secure, operate, and assist students in the use of instructional and assistive teaching devices, including individual technology, district-provided technology, and communication devices.
Provide custodial care services, which may include:

Ambulatory support
Lifting and physical assistance
Feeding
Toileting

Utilize safe physical management techniques when necessary to support student behavior and maintain a safe environment.
Perform routine clerical duties, including typing, duplicating, collating, distributing, and filing instructional materials.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education:

High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Applicants must meet one of the following additional qualifications:

Completion of at least two years of postsecondary study
Possession of an Associate’s degree or higher
Meeting a rigorous standard of quality through a state or local assessment

Experience:

One year of experience working directly with children is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
Effective problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Ability to read, interpret, and carry out written instructions.
Ability to write simple reports and correspondence.
Ability to present information clearly and respond to questions from staff, students, or parents in one-on-one or small group settings.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including fractions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Proficiency in the use of educational technology and instructional tools.