PRIMARY PURPOSE:

 

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

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

    Education/Certification:

 

High School diploma or GED

48 college hours from 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 teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
2. Assist with administration and scoring 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 exercise assigned by the teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
8. Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom.  This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
9. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.
10. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
11. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
12. Coordinate with assigned department.
13. Perform any other duties as may be assigned.
14. Perform all duties in a safe manner 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.