SPED Resource Aide - DHS

POSITION TITLE: Instructional Aide FLSA: Non-exempt Reports to: Principal QUALIFICATIONS: (Must meet one of these 3 options when hired) At least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education Obtained an associate's degree or higher Meet a rigorous standard of quality test Ability to work well with children and in a 1-on-1 setting Ability to communicate effectively Experience working with children Ability to handle high stress and fast paced work enviroment MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: 1. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays. 2. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments. 3. Help maintain neat and orderly classroom. 4. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment. 5. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports. 6. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers. 7. Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups or whole class. 8. Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty. 9. When substitute is unavailable, cover classroom assignments as needed. 10. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students. 11. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance. 12. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned. 13. Maintain confidentiality. 14. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None