S27-280 Teachers Assistant

Sylvania; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Tucson, AZ is seeking a part-time/full-time paraprofessional to support classroom instruction and library operations. The role involves preparing worksheets, assisting with grading, and helping with library tasks.

The position emphasizes clerical duties, basic technology use, and student supervision in various school settings. Candidates should have a high school diploma and some clerical experience.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience working with school age children.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous clerical experience.
• Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that meets minimum requirements.
• Knowledge of general clerical functions.
• Knowledge of accepted behavior management techniques and practices.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Prepares worksheets, tests, quizzes, report cards and correspondence.
• Grades papers and tests; files records and makes copies as required.
• Assists students in the Library as assigned, checks books in and out and provides resource materials as requested.
• Prepares art work; assists with bulletin board preparation.
• Monitors or assists with the supervision of students in the classroom, library, cafeteria or playground.
• Provides information and resources to teachers, parents and staff.
• Provides limited instruction or tutoring to students as assigned.
• Operates various technical, audio-visual and office equipment,
• Performs other clerical duties as assigned (filing, copying, etc.)
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Clerical skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Verbal & written communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Office equipment operation

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision performs work in support of classroom instruction or library operations.

Disclaimer: The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional position specific duties.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares worksheets, tests, quizzes, report cards and correspondence.
• Grades papers and tests; files records and makes copies as required.
• Assists students in the Library as assigned, checks books in and out and provides resource materials as requested.
• Prepares art work; assists with bulletin board preparation.
• Monitors or assists with the supervision of students in the classroom, library, cafeteria or playground.
• Provides information and resources to teachers, parents and staff.
• Provides limited instruction or tutoring to students as assigned.
• Assists instructors in various classroom activities and programs.
• Operates various technical, audio-visual and office equipment,
• Performs other clerical duties as assigned (filing, copying, etc.)
• Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of general clerical functions.
• Knowledge of accepted behavior management techniques and practices.
• Demonstrate general proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community members.
• Perform all duties in accordance with Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 6 months experience working with school age children
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous clerical experience
• Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that meets minimum requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the 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 required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, stoop and walk. The employee may be required to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position regularly works indoors (classroom) and outdoors (playground, etc.) in all kinds of weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is generally moderate and may become excessively noisy at times. Will have extensive contact with students, teachers, staff and the public.

$17.32/hour -9 Month position - 35 hours/week

EQUALEMPLOYMENTOPPORTUNITY

Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, age, or national origin, is prohibited. Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons.