CDC Educational Assistant at White County High School

White County Schools; Rolling Acres (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

White County Schools seeks an instructional aide to provide support to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. The role involves assisting with instructional activities, preparing materials, and helping manage classroom records.

The aide will work with individual students or small groups, support in scoring tests, and ensure a safe, orderly classroom environment while following district procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required for aides not in Title I, Part A programs.
• Associate's degree or two years of college, or ESSA qualification for Title I Part A programs.
• Ability to assist in reading, writing and math instruction.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a certified teacher (small groups or individuals).
• Assist in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective tests and assignments.
• Help maintain a neat and orderly classroom and manage classroom supplies.

Skills

Reading instruction

Writing instruction

Mathematics instruction

Communicate effectively

Work with children

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree / 2 years college or ESSA qualifier

Job description

Primary Purpose:

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.

Qualifications:

Education:

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate [Applies to aides who are not providing instructional support in Title I, Part A programs]

Associate's degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) [Applies to aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A programs]

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Instructional Support

1. Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
2. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
3. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
4. Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
5. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
6. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
7. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

1. Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
2. Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.

Other

1. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
2. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.
3. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer; standard instructional equipment

Posture: Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion: Moderate walking

Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment: Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress