Instructional Aide-Paraprofessional Substitute Pool

Job Summary

DEFINITION
The Instructional Aide, as a member of the core education team, works under the supervision of the vice principal and core Classroom Teacher. Day-to-day responsibilities may include: providing instructional assistance, guiding additional practice opportunities, re-teaching designated skills, and supervising students in school activities.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have 48 units of college credit or obtained an Associate degree (preferably in a related field)
• Highly motivated, flexible and non-judgmental individual who is eager to learn
• Interpersonal skills necessary to work cooperatively and effectively with students and adults
• Experience working with children ages four to ten, and families in rural areas
• Ability to read, write, and speak English; Fluent Spanish preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and adults of various cultural backgrounds
• Able to carry out instructions, work independently, and be self-motivated

MAJOR POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
• Implement school policies and procedures
• Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers in order to coordinate instructional efforts
• Reinforce educational concepts to individuals or groups of students using instructional objectives and lessons developed by the classroom teacher
• Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups, in order to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
• Demonstrate creativity, flexibility, and perseverance in dealing with challenging learning, behavioral, and classroom situations.
• Provide extra assistance to students with special educational or behavioral needs
• Ability to supervise students appropriately and support the District Positive Behavior Intervention and Support System

Requirements / Qualifications

Resume
Associate Degree
Transcripts
Three Letters of Recommendations