School Assistant

Marple Newtown School District; Newtown Square (Delaware County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district is seeking a dedicated School Assistant to support instructional needs and supervise students across various activities. The role involves assisting with class work, maintaining records, and ensuring a safe environment for students. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience working with children. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with school-aged children preferred.
• Good communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with class work to reinforce learning.
• Supervise students in various settings.
• Maintain records and perform clerical duties.

Skills

Communication

Visual Acuity

Hearing Ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Date of Posting: March 25, 2025

Title: School Assistant

Classification: MNESPA

Reports to: Building Principal

Primary Function

The work year for School Assistants shall be the same as the number of student days as determined by the district. On days with early dismissal, School Assistants shall work those hours. The workday is 5.25 hours. The School Assistant will serve the instructional needs of regular education students and perform daily duties at their assigned school. This position does not offer benefits.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist students individually or in groups with class work to reinforce learning and concepts.
• Supervise and care for students in classrooms, lunchrooms, play areas, during field trips, and other activities.
• Maintain inventories, records, and perform clerical duties as directed.
• Assist with testing processes, check tests, quizzes, and workbooks.
• Prepare and duplicate class and school materials.
• Maintain bulletin boards.
• Assist teachers and students with computer and audio-visual equipment.
• Attend in-service, training, and school/parent meetings as requested.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Other Job Duties

• Assist with teacher-planned instruction (may not introduce new instruction concepts).
• Oversee or supervise the classroom when the teacher is unavailable.
• Report observational data to school personnel.
• Assist with student discipline as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred, especially with experience working with school-aged children. Good communication skills, visual acuity, and hearing ability are required. Must have the temperament to work with students and adults exhibiting various emotions and the physical ability to perform essential duties.

Work Environment/Abilities

The employee performs physically minimally demanding tasks involving sitting, walking, operating computers, handling objects, stooping, kneeling, crouching, twisting, reaching, lifting, and carrying objects of 10-15 pounds. Must have good hearing, visual perception, and communication skills. Work is primarily in a climate-controlled environment, with outdoor supervision and transportation duties. Basic math skills, ability to establish effective relationships, follow instructions, exercise judgment, read and interpret documents, and communicate effectively are required.

Terms of Employment

In accordance with the MNESPA Agreement.