Instructional Aide

Phoenixville Area School District (official); Phoenixville (Chester County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Instructional Aide to support students in their learning journey. This role involves assisting certified staff in reinforcing skills across various subjects, managing classroom behavior, and providing support to students with special needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a compassionate approach to education, and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups. Be a part of a nurturing environment that values educational growth and inclusivity, making a significant impact on students' lives every day.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with special needs children is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in reinforcing learning in various subjects.
• Support classroom management and maintain a safe environment.
• Work with students with special needs to maximize their learning.

Skills

Instructional Assistance

Communication Skills

Behavioral Management

Record-Keeping

Mathematics Skills

Compassion for Special Needs

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

College-Level Coursework

Tools

Personal Computers

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Location:
  Phoenixville Area Early Learning Center
  
  

Instructional Aide

7.0 hours per day

Position Purpose
Under the direct supervision of the principal and supervisor of special education, to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, and to free certified professional employees from non-professional duties such as proctoring study halls to enable them to make a contribution to other aspects of the educational program, such as curriculum development.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists and guides students to reinforce reading, language arts, mathematics, computer instruction, and other skills.
• Works with students individually and in small groups to reinforce basic learning and implement assigned programs.
• Assists professional staff in the administration and correction of classroom exercises, tests and assessments.
• Assists in classroom preparations and strategies for reinforcing instructional materials and skills according to individual student needs.
• Assists with record-keeping procedures to document student learning and performance.
• Assists with classroom behavioral management to minimize disruptions, ensure a safe and orderly classroom, and ensure students are on task.
• Assists students in non-instructional areas, such as supervising the student lunch programs, bus duty, playground duty, corridor, study hall, and other related non-instructional areas.
• Accompanies students on field trips for the purpose of assisting with supervision.
• Constructs, copies and distributes educational materials as needed.
• Assists teacher with parent contact as requested to foster effective and participatory parent involvement in student education.
• Assists students with special needs in all aspects of classroom instruction to maximize inclusion, learning, and achievement of IEP objectives.
• Assists students with physical or mental disabilities with activities of daily living for the purpose of maximizing their ability to participate in school or learning activities.
• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures, and regulations governing the proper manner of assistance for all students, including those with disabilities or other special needs.
• May assist in the training of other paraprofessionals.

Additional Duties:

• Assist guidance, pupil services staff or building administration, as needed.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Use standard office equipment, such as personal computers and copiers.

Travel Requirements
Travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required for certain positions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel).
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees, and others.
• Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and others contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Effective writing and verbal communication skills.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Ability to work outdoors during outdoor student activities.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile:
Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of college-level coursework or passing of examination as required by the No Child Left Behind Act.
• Prior experience working with special needs children desirable.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Postings current as of 1/25/2025 6:45:36 AM CST.