Instructional Assistant - DAEP

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Assist teacher in preparation and management of classroom activities and administrative requirements. Work under supervision of certified teacher.

QUALIFICATIONS:

(Must meet one of these 3 options when hired)

At least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education

Obtained an associate’s degree or higher

Meet a rigorous standard of quality test

Ability to work well with children

Ability to communicate effectively

Some experience working with children

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.

2. Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work

assignments.

3. Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.

4. Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.

5. Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.

6. Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.

7. Conduct instructional exercises assigned by the teacher; work with individual students

or small groups or whole class.

8. Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This

includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.

9. Keep teacher informed of special needs or problems of individual students.

10. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.

11. Participate in faculty meeting and special events as assigned.

12. Maintain confidentiality.

13. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

14. Attendance is an essential job function.

15. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.