ECCAT/Aide/Paraprofessional (M. Jenkins, BES K/GL ECCAT 1, (P 1)

West Virginia Department of Education; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia Department of Education seeks an Aide/ Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher for Burnsville Elementary. The role supports kindergarten to third grade classrooms, assisting with literacy and numeracy, grading, and materials prep.

The position may require bus escort duties and adherence to safety and confidentiality policies. Effective employment is contingent on WVDE credentialing and district approval.

Qualifications

• Must hold one of the WVDE certificates listed for aide classifications.
• Aide I–IV or Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher certificates may apply.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent required for some aide classifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual or small group instruction under the supervision of the teacher.
• Assist in literacy and numeracy initiatives and grade recording.
• Prepare instructional materials and supervise students as needed.
• Escort students to and from the bus and assist with classroom activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and support safety practices.
• Support special needs students within the regular classroom setting.

Education

"Aide I"

"Aide II"

"Aide III"

"Aide IV"

"Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher – I"

"Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher – II"

"Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher – III"

Job description

ECCAT/Aide/Paraprofessional (M. Jenkins, BES K/GL ECCAT 1, (P 1)) JobID: 75698

• Position Type: Aide/ Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher (ECCAT)

POSITION

Aide/ Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher (ECCAT)

LOCATION

Burnsville Elementary

LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT

8:10 am - 4:10 pm. Subject to adjustment by administrator or for assigned bus route. Standard 200 day contract

SALARY

West Virginia state minimum pay scale. Total Compensation Package can be found here: https://boe.brax.k12.wv.us/page/employment

Classification

Service

Reports to

Building Principal, Assistant Principal

Evaluation

Evaluated annually by the building principal/immediate supervisor in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5314.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

APPLICATION DEADLINE

October 28, 2026

EFFECTIVE EMPLOYMENT DATE

Upon approval.

CERTIFICATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Must hold one of the following certificates issued by the WVDE as defined in §18A-4-8:

• "Aide I" means a person selected and trained for a teacher-aide classification such as monitor aide, clerical aide, classroom aide or general aide);
• "Aide II" means a service person referred in the "Aide I" classification who has completed a training program approved by the State Board, or who holds a high school diploma or has received a General Educational Development certificate. Only a person classified in an Aide II class title may be employed as an aide in any special education program;
• "Aide III" means a service person referred to in the "Aide I" classification who holds a high school diploma or a General Educational Development certificate; and (a) has completed six semester hours of college credit at an institution of high education; or (b) is employed as an aide in a special education program and has one year's experience as an aide in special education;
• "Aide IV" means a service person referred to in the "Aide I" classification who holds a high school diploma or a General Educational Development certificate; and (a) has completed eighteen hours of State Board-approved college credit at a regionally accredited institution of higher education, or (b) has completed fifteen hours of State Board-approved college credit at a regionally accredited institution of higher education; and has successfully completed an in-service training program determined by the State Board to be the equivalent of three hours of college credit;
• "Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher – I" means a person who does not possess the minimum requirements determined by the State Board of Education for a state-awarded certificate for early childhood classroom assistant teachers but is enrolled in and pursuing requirements.
• "Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher – II" means a person who has completed the minimum requirements determined by the State Board of Education for a state-awarded certificate for early childhood classroom assistant teachers.
• "Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher – III" means a person who has completed the minimum requirements determined by the State Board of Education for a state-awarded certificate for early childhood classroom assistant teacher, as well as additional requirements comparable to current paraprofessional certificate.

Job Summary

Personnel selected and trained for teacher-aide classifications working in a Kindergarten program (which includes prekindergarten), First, Second, or Third Grade Classroom, and meet the Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher minimum requirements for either Permanent Authorization, Temporary Authorization or Paraprofessional.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace. Alcohol and controlled substances which affect employee productivity, safety or judgment in the workplace will not be tolerated.

Staff members serve as role models for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings.

Staff members are expected to refrain from bullying, harassment, intimidation, and discrimination.

Performance Responsibilities

• To provide individual or small group instruction under the supervision of the teacher.
• To participate in comprehensive training and implementation of key practices in literacy and numeracy driven by the Third Grade Success Act under the supervision of the teacher (For Grades 1-3)
• To provide students with individualized attention.
• To assist in grading assignments and recording grades.
• To set up and operate equipment for instruction.
• To assist with preparing materials for instruction.
• To assist the teacher with escorting students to and from the bus.
• To provide library assistance to students.
• To assist with the preparation of snacks for students as needed.
• To assist and supervise special needs students in the regular classroom setting.
• To assist in maintaining an inventory of classroom materials and supplies.
• To assist in the modification of materials and instructional activities for special needs students in the regular classroom.
• To assist in the implementation of accommodations for special needs students in the regular classroom.
• To practice good safety habits.
• To perform clerical duties such as filing and data entry for classroom purposes.
• To be aware of medications administered to students.
• To maintain confidentiality of students' records.
• Maybe required to ride bus.
• Demonstrates the ability to plan and prioritize his/her daily activities and anticipate job responsibilities that need to be performed;
• Operates the office efficiently in the absence of the supervisor(s);
• Completes tasks efficiently and accurately with minimal supervision;
• Instill in students the belief and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the principal or superintendent of schools.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stoop, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, talk, hear, see, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least one hundred vertically (100) pounds of materials, children, etc. For Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus.

The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud (60 – 90 dB).

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the superintendent or his/her designee.

Revised September 2025

ADDITIONAL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration; applicants who have recent unsatisfactory evaluations are not to be considered eligible for consideration; applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration; and, applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration. The ability to perform the job duties and responsibilities of the position as contained in the Job Description, with or without reasonable accommodation.