Assistant

Job Title Teacher Assistant – Instructional Building (Nonexempt) Location Early College High School – Alternative Education School Reporting Reports to Principal and assigned teachers. Pay Grade IS2, 187 days Primary Purpose To support teaching and administrative staff in meeting the needs of students attending an alternative education school in classes such as PE, Art, and core subjects in grades K‑12. Responsibilities Perform routine clerical duties and maintain a neat, orderly workspace. Assist with the use, care, and maintenance of technology and other equipment. Organize and manage student transitions between classes. Assist teachers in classrooms as needed and provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers. Coordinate students’ learning needs through classroom teachers. Work directly with students individually or in small groups as assigned; monitor students during lunch; supervise throughout the school day; keep teachers informed of special needs or problems. Participate in staff development training programs, faculty meetings, and special events; uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and state and local board policy; keep informed and comply with all state and district policies and regulations concerning primary job functions. Qualifications Education/Certification: Associate’s Degree or minimum of 48 college credits; Paraprofessional Certification for Educational Aide or eligibility for certification. Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to work well with children; effective communication and interpersonal skills; proficiency in typing, word processing, and file maintenance; basic knowledge of Microsoft Office. Preferred Experience: Previous successful experience working with children. Physical & Mental Demands Standard office equipment; prolonged sitting; occasional bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting; repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and mouse use; occasional reaching. Occasional light lifting and carrying up to 15 pounds (and up to 45 pounds); may work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent interruptions; requires maintaining emotional control under stress. Required by Legislation Required by Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) for aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A program. Additional Information The Administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr