Classroom Support Aide

Education; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Decatur City Schools is seeking an instructional assistant to support teachers in the classroom and help manage students. The role involves aiding children who need extra attention and monitoring assignment progress in a busy school setting.

The position requires basic post-secondary education (48 credits) or an associate degree, with a focus on reliability, confidentiality, and teamwork with staff. Valid Alabama driver’s license is required. This role is typically on-site within the district.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years post-secondary earned credit (48 hours) or associates degree or passing scores on WorkKeys Level 3 assessment.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.

Responsibilities

• Supervises a proportionate number of students.
• Assists teacher in managing students upon arrival.
• Assists children in need of special attention.
• Monitors progress in completing assignments.
• Maintains high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about student.
• Participates in professional development activities.
• Completes required reports and logs.

Skills

Supervises students

Assist teacher in classroom

Confidentiality

Professional development

Reports and logs

Education

Two years post-secondary earned credit (48 hours)

Associates degree

Job description

Decatur City Schools is seeking an instructional assistant to support teachers in the classroom and help manage students. The role involves aiding children who need extra attention and monitoring assignment progress in a busy school setting.

The position requires basic post-secondary education (48 credits) or an associate degree, with a focus on reliability, confidentiality, and teamwork with staff. Valid Alabama driver’s license is required. This role is typically on-site within the district.