Educational Assistant at Findlay Elementary School

Primary Purpose :

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher. Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing of classroom activities.

Qualifications : Education :

High school diploma or hold a General Educational Development (GED) certificate [Applies to aides who are not providing instructional support in Title I, Part A programs]

Associate's degree, two years of study at an institution of higher learning, or have met formal academic assessment as required by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) [Applies to aides who are providing instructional support in Title I, Part A programs]

Special Knowledge / Skills :

Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

Major Responsibilities and Duties :

Instructional Support

• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

Student Management

Other

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :

Tools / Equipment Used : Standard office equipment including computer; standard instructional equipment

Posture : Moderate standing; occasional kneeling, squatting, bending, and stooping

Motion : Moderate walking

Lifting : Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Environment : Work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise

Mental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress