PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements.  Work under the supervision of a certified teacher.

QUALIFICATIONS:

    Education/Certification:

High School diploma or GED

48 college hours from an accredited college or university

    Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

    Experience:

Some experience working with children

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Assist teachers in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
2. Assist with administration and scoring objective testing instruments or work assignments.
3. Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom.
4. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
5. Help teachers 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.
8. Help supervise students throughout the school day, inside and outside the classroom.  This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
9. Keep teachers informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
10. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
11. Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.
12. Coordinate with the assigned department.
13. Perform any other duties as may be assigned.
14. Safely perform all duties to avoid injury to oneself and/or others.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

          None.

EQUIPMENT USED:

          Copier, personal computer, typewriter, and audiovisual equipment

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Moderate standing, stooping, bending, and lifting.