26-27 Classroom Assistant

Racine Unified School District; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Racine Unified School District is seeking a dedicated instructional aide to support elementary students. The role involves assisting teachers, preparing teaching aids, and guiding students in group or individual settings.

The position emphasizes collaboration with staff, adaptability to schedules, and a commitment to student learning and safety. Strong communication and reliable attendance are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College course work leading to elementary teaching certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Discusses instructional materials with teacher to coordinate efforts.
• Plans, prepares, and develops teaching aids under teacher's direction.
• Presents subject matter to students using various methods.
• Assists students individually or in groups with lessons.
• Distributes teaching materials to students.
• Maintains classroom order.
• Supervises students during lunch, recess, and bus loading.
• Assists in activities that promote school-community understanding.
• May supervise a classroom during teacher absence.

Skills

Student interaction

Organization

Independent judgment

Color/Form/Sound recognition

Patience

Follow directions

Communication skills

Multi-supervisor work

Accuracy/detail oriented

Creativity/resourcefulness

Positive role model

Punctuality/Attendance

Evaluations

Education-focused attitude

Student needs awareness

Willingness to update skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Elementary teaching coursework preferred

Job description

Description

Education/Training:
High school diploma or equivalent required. College course work leading to elementary teaching certification preferred.

Experience

2-3 years working with elementary level students preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to work well with students, staff, and public.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work load.
• Must have good independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations.
• Ability to identify similarities/differences in comparing colors, forms and sounds.
• Must be patient and innovative.
• Must have willingness and ability to follow detailed verbal and written directives.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills.
• Must work well under directions from two or more supervisors.
• Must be accurate and detailed in work performance.
• Must be creative and resourceful.
• Must be a positive role model for students.
• Must be dependable, punctual and have a good attendance record.
• Must have good evaluations.
• Must have a positive attitude toward education.
• Must be aware of and sensitive to the needs of students.
• Must be willing to update educational skills.
• Must have Physical stamina, and be able to reach, stoop/kneel, crouch/crawl, push/pull, lift/carry, climb/balance, stand and walk constantly, and lift/carry up to 50 pounds.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Discusses assigned instructional materials with teacher to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Plans, prepares, and develops teaching aids such as bulletin boards, art media, etc. under teacher's direction.
• Presents subject matter to students utilizing a variety of methods and techniques.
• Assists students individually or in groups with lesson assignments to present or reinforce learning concepts.
• Distributes teaching materials to students.
• Assists in keeping order in the classroom.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, and bus loading.
• Assist in activities that promote understanding between school and community.
• May supervise a classroom when a teacher is called away due to an emergency.
• Devote attention to children needing discipline and special attention.
• Send notes home with teacher's approval.
• Escort students to and from class.
• Assist the teachers in preparing and organizing instructional materials.
• Track each student's progress to provide information to teachers for instruction/reinstruction.
• Assist with supervision of field trips.
• Assist with supervision during emergency situations.
• Participates in inservice sessions in the building and at program levels.
• May assist the office staff with processing calls, mail, etc.

The job description as written will cover the most significant duties/responsibilities but does not exclude other work as assigned.

Candidate Requirements

Additional Requirements

• Cover Letter
• Custom Questions