Instructional Aide - Woodland Elementary, 7 hours

Olathe-Public-Schools; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Olathe Public Schools is seeking an Instructional Aide for Woodland Elementary in Olathe, KS. This 7-hour role provides educational support for K-6 students under certified staff supervision.

The position includes math and reading assistance, supervising lunch/recess, and potential office support. Requires a high school diploma; one year education experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of experience in an education environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess student math and reading aptitude to support progress.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers to meet instructional needs.
• Coordinate with building principal to determine small-group placements.
• Gather lesson materials and instruct students with teacher support.
• Meet with students in small groups to address specific needs.
• May supervise lunch/recess or other student supervision duties.
• May assist the building office as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organization

Confidentiality

Data management

Independent work

Team collaboration

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Instructional Aide - Woodland Elementary, 7 hours

Olathe, KS, United States

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Instructional Aide
LOCATION: Tomahawk Elementary
HOURS OF WORK: 7 Hrs. Daily/Number of work-days dependent upon yearly calendars (8:30 am - 4:00 pm)
STATUS: Classified – Non-Exempt, Full Time
HOURLY: $14.00

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for providing additional educational support for K-6 students. The instructional aide may be assigned to student supervision duties including but not limited to lunchroom supervision and added support for certified staff members during recess duty. Additionally, instructional aides may be required to assist in supporting the building office as needed.

This position reports to the building administrator.

PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess student math and reading aptitude to support student progress and learning needs.
• Collaborates with classroom teachers to meet instructional needs.
• Coordinates with building principal to determine which students should be in small groups.
• Gathers lesson materials and instructs students with support from classroom teachers.
• Meets with students in small groups for the purpose of working on specific areas of need.
• May be assigned to lunchroom supervision, added support for certified staff members during recess duty and/or other student supervision duties.
• May be assigned to assist the building office as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One-year experience in an education environment preferred.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal, written and listening communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
• High degree of confidentiality, motivation, and responsibility.
• Demonstrated ability in analyzing, compiling, and organizing data.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced work environment.
• Highly collaborative team player.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to self-initiate areas of opportunity, make recommendations for improvement, and follow up as necessary to achieve desired results.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires the performance of light work. The position involves occasional hearing, lifting, sitting, standing, talking, and walking. The worker is required to have close visual acuity for the operation of learning technologies and relevant office equipment.

The job is performed in hazardous conditions.

IMPORTANT EMPLOYMENT STATEMENTS

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. This document describes the position currently available. Olathe Public Schools reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.

Olathe Public Schools prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity in its programs, activities or employment as required by applicable federal and state laws.

• Locations 11601 S Woodland St, Olathe, KS, 66061, US