Aide, Title I

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A Florida school district is seeking an Aide for the Title 1 classroom to assist in operations and support children's learning. The ideal candidate will have relevant educational qualifications and effective communication skills. Responsibilities include planning with the teacher and supervising student activities. This role also emphasizes dependability and adaptability in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions.
• Demonstrated competency in standard job skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overall operation of the Title 1 classroom.
• Participate in planning with the classroom teacher.
• Support children in classroom and during activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Dependability

Adaptability

Cooperation

Education

Associate Degree or higher

60 semester hours of study

Passed the ParaPro Test with score of 457 or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Aide, Title 1, will assist in the overall operation and activities of the Title 1 classroom. The Aide, Title 1, performs duties under the supervision of the classroom teacher.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS: All district employees must:

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is a part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities

• Participates in weekly and long-range planning with the classroom teacher.
• Assists the teacher in the preparation of instructional aids and enrichment activities.
• Assists the teacher in setting up room arrangements for daily activities.
• Assists the children in all activities when adult help is needed.
• Participates in parent involvement activities.
• Participates in professional development activities.
• Supervises student behavior in the classroom, lunchroom, on school grounds, and at off-campus activities.
• Assists with record keeping and inventory of materials and supplies.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Other Information

Adaptability: Adapts to changes in the work environment. Manages competing demands. Accepts criticism and feedback. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.

Cooperation: Establishes and maintains effective relations. Exhibits tact and consideration. Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner. Offers assistance and support to co-workers. Works cooperatively in group situations. Works actively to resolve conflicts.

Dependability: Responds to requests for service and assistance. Follows instructions and responds to management direction. Takes responsibility for own actions. Meets attendance and punctuality guidelines.

Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.

Safety & Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Uses equipment and materials properly. Reports potentially unsafe conditions.

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.

The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Experience: One (1) year of increasingly responsible experience working with children preferred.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Must be considered highly qualified per the United States Department of Education and Florida's Differentiated Accountability Model. Meet one of the following criteria: Completed requirement for an Associate Degree or higher Q-NCLB-A, completed 60 semester hours or two years of study at an institution of higher education- Q-NCLB-B, or passed the ParaPro Test with a score of 457 or higher – Q-NCLB-C.

Language Skills: Reads and comprehends simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Writes simple correspondence. Effectively presents information in one-on-one and small group situations.

Mathematical Skills: Adds and subtracts two digit numbers and multiplies and divides with 10s and 100s. Performs these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability: Applies understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Deals with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office.

Physical Demands

Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, handling, keyboarding, talking, and hearing.

Lifting Demands: Up to 55 pounds.

Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.

Environmental Conditions: Noise Intensity: 3, moderate.