Classroom Support Specialist

Diocese of Orlando Catholic Schools; Florida; Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of Orlando Catholic Schools in the United States seeks a Teacher Aide to support classroom teachers by performing instructional tasks and clerical duties, helping create a positive learning environment and assisting in development and implementation of school programs.

Under the supervision of a certified teacher, you will guide students, prepare materials, supervise activities, and support students with special needs as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Related experience in similar position is preferred.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills are required.
• Strong command of both written and spoken English language.

Responsibilities

• Performs tasks related to classroom instruction under the supervision of a certified teacher.
• Guides independent study, enrichment work, and corrective/remedial instruction directed by the teacher.
• Assists individual students who need special attention and/or assistance.
• Assists the teacher in preparing instructional materials for classroom and student use.
• Assists with routine classroom clerical duties in hard copy and electronically.
• Assists individual students and/or teachers with the use of assistive technology/adaptive devices, as needed.
• Supervises students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field trips.
• Tutors and assists children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers.
• Enforces administration policies and rules governing students.
• Discusses assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
• Presents subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of teachers, using lectures, discussions, or supervised role‑playing methods.
• Observes students' performance, and records relevant data to assess progress.
• Assists with bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.
• Organizes and supervises games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental, and social development.
• Provides extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking students or those with physical and mental disabilities.
• Attends staff meetings and serve on committees, as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the principal.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

English literacy

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Related experience preferred

Job description

Diocese of Orlando Catholic Schools in the United States seeks a Teacher Aide to support classroom teachers by performing instructional tasks and clerical duties, helping create a positive learning environment and assisting in development and implementation of school programs.

Under the supervision of a certified teacher, you will guide students, prepare materials, supervise activities, and support students with special needs as needed.