TEACHER ASSISTANT - ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION

Alton Community Unit School District #11; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTON COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 11 in Alton, Illinois, seeks a Teacher Assistant - Alternative Education (7hr/9 Months) to assist the Alternative Education teacher with instructional support and classroom management.

The role requires the ability to work with students under certified staff guidance and to participate in training relevant to duties. Responsibilities include supervising small groups, assisting in grading and record-keeping, and performing clerical tasks as needed, with a

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional Licensure
• Excellent attendance record
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision
• Ability to support students with guidance from certified staff
• Teamwork with teachers and staff in a general education setting
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
• Reliability and punctuality
• Discretion with student confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Assist Alternative Education classroom teacher with instructional support.
• Provide feedback on student academic and behavioral performance as directed.
• Assist in small group and drill activities as needed.
• Supervise small group instruction or activities as assigned.
• Follow schedules and duties reliably and on time.
• Support classroom management under the guidance of the Alternative Education teacher.
• Assist with grading and record-keeping tasks.
• Handle clerical duties as needed.
• Complete other duties assigned by Building Supervisor.

Job description

ALTON COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 11

Alton, Illinois

POSITION

Teacher Assistant - Alternative Education - 7hr/9 Months

PRIMARY FUNCTION

To assume the responsibilities for instruction, classroom management, job duties, and professional involvement according to the School Code of Illinois, Board of Education Policies, and District contractual agreements.

SALARY RANGE

SALARY SCHEDULE FOR 26/27

SUPERVISOR

Building Principal

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must possess the following qualifications:

• Paraprofessional Licensure
• Excellent attendance record
• Ability to accept responsibility and work independently and reliably with moderate supervision in support of students in a general education setting
• Ability to provide academic support when given guidance from certified staff provide support to students in a variety of subject areas
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously within professional teams to provide effective instruction and management in the general classroom setting
• Ability to effectively implement and utilize appropriate classroom management techniques that support teaching goals and objectives
• Willingness to take initiative to follow through on educational duties to maximize effective service provision in the general classroom setting
• Ability to stand on feet for two hours at a time
• Ability to go up and down stairs
• Ability to lift 30 pounds
• Excellent reliability
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to keep records
• Demonstrated excellent performance in the areas of professional attitude and dress
• Demonstrated excellent performance in the area of student confidentiality and privacy
• Willingness to participate in training relevant to the duties of the position

ESSENTIALS DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Alternative Education classroom teacher with instructional support as needed
• Follow directives provided by the Alternative Education teacher and provide feedback aboutstudent academic and behavioral performance the teacher
• Assist small group and/or drill as needed
• Supervise small group instruction or activities as needed
• Be present and follow schedules of assigned responsibilities in a reliable and punctual manner
• Assist Alternative Education teacher with classroom management skills
• Assist in grading and record keeping tasks
• Assist in clerical duties as needed
• Completion of other duties as assigned by the Building Supervisor

"An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer"