Instructional Aide

RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Complement Instruction : (i.e., assisting the teacher during the lesson by helping pupils who may be having difficulty in understanding or in keeping up with the class). 2. Supplement instruction : (i.e., assisting the teacher by working with individuals or small groups of pupils on follow-up activities specified by the teacher). 3. Reinforce Instruction : (i.e., assisting the teacher by administering, under supervision and direction, remedial or drill activities for individuals or small groups). 4. In collaboration with the program supervisor and program teachers, class assignments will be determined based upon supervisor's discretion. 5. Assist with daily lunchroom activities (to include feeding activities). 6. Accompany student(s) on community-based instruction. 7. Be able to swim and/or access the water to assist in the water safety program. 8. Assist with receiving students and preparing for their departure. 9. Assist with bathroom activities (to include toileting and diapering, if necessary). 10. Assist with student lifting and positioning including two person lifts when necessary. (Ability to independently lift 50 pounds is necessary) 11. Assist as needed with students when carrying out behavior plan procedures. This may include the ability to physically handle a student weighing up to 200 pounds. 12. Participation in provided Crisis Prevention Institute training . 13. Regular, reliable attendance 14. Persons having a chauffeur's license preferred. 15. Assume other responsibilities as assigned by administration.