Educational Assistant at Northfield

White County Schools; Walling (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

White County Schools in Tennessee seeks an instructional aide to assist with classroom activities and learning under a certified teacher. You will help prepare materials, support individual and small-group instruction, and maintain an orderly classroom.

You will also assist with testing, records, substitute orientations, and supervise students in various settings, including lunch and recess, while following district safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required for aides not providing instructional support in Title I programs.
• Associate's degree or two years of college required for aides providing instructional support in Title I programs.
• Familiarity with ESSA requirements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of a teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Supervise students during the school day in lunchroom, bus, and playground; notify teacher of student needs.
• Participate in staff development and faculty meetings; follow safety and emergency procedures.
• Physical demands include light lifting (<15 lbs), standing, walking, and exposure to outdoor elements; manage interruptions.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree / 2 years college

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