System Wide Instructional Aide 2026-2027

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Athens (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Athens City Schools seeks a System-Wide Instructional Aide to support instructional staff. This role involves assisting in upholding school rules, aiding in school operations, and maintaining confidentiality of student and staff information.

The position requires interaction with students, planning, testing support, and basic clerical tasks, while promoting a positive learning environment and safety for students.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent with basic skills.
• Must have Associate’s Degree or 48 semester hours completed.
• Must complete WORKKEYS test per requirements.
• Adequate strength and dexterity for duties.
• Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships.
• Meet background clearance as required by Alabama statutes.
• Must hold and maintain an active ALSDE Substitute License.

Responsibilities

• Understand and uphold school rules, policies and procedures.
• Participate in efficient and effective school operation as directed by principal.
• Respect confidentiality of student and staff information.
• Foster positive student attitudes toward citizenship and self-discipline.
• Report for duty early and remain after school as required.
• Plan regularly and work with students individually or in groups.
• Assist the teacher in student testing activities.
• Keep charts/records of student performances and assist in preparing materials.
• Perform clerical tasks, inventory, filing and typing; operate audiovisual devices.
• Assist teacher with basic physical needs of students.
• Ensure safety and welfare of students at all times.
• Attend and participate in professional development activities.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with staff, parents, and community.
• Promote good public relations for the school system.
• Follow Board of Education policies and disclose confidential information as needed.
• Take on other reasonable duties assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Strength & dexterity

Public relations

Education

Associate’s Degree

48 semester hours

WORKKEYS test

ALSDE Substitute License

Job description

JOB TITLE: System-Wide Instructional Aide

Salary Schedule: W

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or equivalent and academic competency in basic skills.
• Must hold an Associate’s Degree (or)
• Have completed a minimum of 48 semester hours of study at a regionally accredited institution of higher education. (or)
• Have successfully completed the Alabama State Board of Education-approved WORKKEYS test.
• Adequate strength and dexterity to perform all required tasks, including lifting, stooping, and bending.
• Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships
• Meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.
• Must hold and maintain an active ALSDE Substitute License

FLSA: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Principal

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system’s approved compensation plan.

Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the system.

REQUIRED DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To understand and assist in upholding school rules, policies, and procedures.
2. To participate in the efficient and effective operation of the school as directed by the principal.
3. To respect the confidentiality of information pertaining to students and staff.
4. To assist in fostering positive student attitudes toward citizenship, self-discipline, morality, and patriotism.
5. Report for duty as directed by the principal to include; at least 15 minutes before the opening of school and/or remain at least 15 minutes after the close of school unless special contract requires other hours.
6. Plan regularly.
7. Work with individuals and groups of students as assigned.
8. Assist the teacher in student testing activities as assigned.
9. Keep charts and records of students' performances and accomplishments as assigned. Assist the teacher in preparing materials necessary for a positive learning environment.
10. Perform clerical tasks including inventory, filing, and typing, operate audiovisual equipment, and care for equipment and materials.
11. Assist teacher with basic physical needs of students.
12. Take all the necessary precautions to provide for the safety and welfare of students.
13. Attend and participate in individual, school, and system professional development activities.
14. Maintain a cooperative working relationship with school staff, parents, and community.
15. Promote good public relations for school system with the general public. Maintain the confidentiality of all school-related business.
16. Be familiar with and follow Board of Education policies.
17. Assume other reasonable job-related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

SOURCE: Athens City Schools, Athens, Alabama