Substitute Teacher Aide

Position Type: Substitute/ Substitute Teacher Assistant Date Posted: 11/14/2022 Location: District Wide Closing Date: indefinite Must hold current NCLB Paraprofessional Letter of Approval

BOURBONNAIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 53

School District Position Description

JOB TITLE

Substitute Teacher Aide, Elementary

DEPARTMENT

Instruction

CONTRACT

None.

SUMMARY

Assists classroom teacher(s) with daily instructional activities and student management in an effective manner. The substitute teacher assistant should always perform in a way which supports the teacher's ability to educate and achieve objectives of the student/program served.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned. Assists with the preparation of instructional materials as directed by the classroom teacher. Assist in the preparation of lesson plans and presentation of academic subjects as directed. Serves as a role model for students, demonstrating professionalism that includes a positive attitude, positive and respectful communication, and professional appearance. Assist the teacher in maintaining classroom climate that is conducive to learning. Observes and monitors individual and group instruction and practice in a classroom setting. Assist in administering, monitoring, test scoring, and recording grades as directed by the teacher. Assist in accompanying student(s) to lunchroom, restroom, playgrounds, bus zone, and other school areas. Assists instructional staff in the supervision of students while they are loading and unloading buses, in gym, and on the playground. Maintains reasonable rules of conduct which encourage self-discipline and responsibility. Assists in guiding the learning process toward the achievement of the District curriculum and goals and the Illinois State Learning Standards as determined in the instructional plans for the day. Implements a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media as required in the instructional plans for the day. Acquaints self with and adheres to the policies and procedures as established by the Board of Education and Administration in written or verbal form. Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities. Holds and communicates high expectations of student achievement and behavior.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

A substitute teacher's aide shall be employed for school days that are in session during the regular school year. The workday shall vary with specific needs of the class(es) or teacher(s) to whom assigned. Additional hours or days may be assigned for special situations if approved by the building principal, and District Administrator.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High School Diploma or equivalency required. Current letter of State and NCLB Paraprofessional Approval or a valid teaching certificate preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to the building principal, colleagues, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES Ability to develop effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and administration. Skilled in oral and written communication.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear and sometimes walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push and/or lift up to 40 pounds such as a child, boxes of books or AV/VCR or Multi-Media carts. The employee is directly responsible for safety, wellbeing, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bourbonnais Elementary School District No