Academic Teacher's Aide

Department Academics Reports To Academic Manager FLSA STATUS Non-Exempt Primary Position Objectives Assisting the classroom instructor with daily instruction, supervising students, providing individual support to students with special needs, preparing learning materials, maintaining a safe and organized classroom environment, and communicating with students and instructors regarding student progress.

Position Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Brief Description of Duties Administration Procedures INSTRUCTIONAL PROCESS / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Assist the classroom teacher in arranging the learning environment, including assembling and putting materials on bulletin boards and/or other classroom learning displays and in keeping such displays current.

* Under supervision of certificated teacher, prepare for classroom activities by distributing and collecting papers and other instructional materials for classroom instruction.

* Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework and projects.

Assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures and assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance.

* Read to students, listen to students read and observe students reading abilities as assigned.

Assist students with letter and word pronunciation and recognition.

Assist students with math, spelling, and writing exercises and assignments.

* Assist assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson plans.

Administer various tests as directed.

Prepare mandated reports and documentation as required.

* Tutor individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher.

Monitor and oversee student drills, practice, and assignments in various subjects.

Confer with the teacher concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs and assist with the implementation of lesson plans.

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT / RESPONSIBILITIES: * Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of classroom activities, such as preparing, typing, copying and filing instructional materials.

Grade student tests and assignments, recording of grades and attendance, lunch reports and maintaining student records and files as assigned.

* Operate and care for instructional equipment and materials as assigned by the teacher.

This includes preparing the room for the activity, obtaining the required material and equipment, operation of the equipment, and the return of all materials and equipment to storage.

* Assure the health and safety of students by following established practices and procedures, and maintain the learning environment in a safe, orderly, and clean manner.

* Observe and control behavior of students in the classroom according to approved procedures, monitor students during outdoor activities as directed, become familiar with student IEP goals and report progress regarding student performance and behavior to supervising teacher.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: * Participate in professional growth activities.

* Participate in in-service training programs.

* Follow the communicated policies and procedures of the Flint Genesee Job Corps Center.

* Demonstrate professional responsibility and ethical behavior.

* Assume responsibilities outside the classroom * Demonstrate the ability to react well under pressure, handle and balance multiple demands at one time, work with frequent interruptions and perform duties and tasks at expected levels of professionalism.

* Demonstrate ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

* Demonstrate ability to use independent judgment and initiative to act without being asked.

* Demonstrate effective and appropriate interpersonal relationships with students, and staff.

* Respect the confidentiality of information regarding students and be discreet in dealing with educational personnel.

* Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor(s). * Follows CDSS plan and Code of Conduct system daily.

* Assists with quarterly graduation exercises.

* Maintains good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices * Complies with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulations, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures.

* Models, mentors, monitors appropriate Career Success Standards.

Position Competencies Key Competencies Performance Standards/Results Effective Communication * Presents information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information.

* Very high standard of communication skills both written and verbal for the presentation of facts and ideas.

* Shows professional non-verbal body language and actively listens to others.

Organization of Work * Action-oriented.

Demonstrates the ability to handle several projects simultaneously with decision making, flexibility, and problem solving.

* Implements the key principles of time management, task allocation, and priority assignment in addition to personal organization.

* Shows attention to detail and ability to complete work with the highest level of accuracy and efficiency.

* Continually seek ways to improve employment service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth.

Professionalism * Demonstrates professional interpersonal skills when interacting with others.

Abides by Serrato Corporation's Healthy Workplace Environment policy.

* Acts as team player and builds professional relationships with coworkers to achieve goals.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements.

Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point and Excel.

Computer Literacy with basic computer functions, email, internet, and basic programs such as Adobe Acrobat.

Knowledge of testing practices for students.

Knowledge of counseling students with disabilities.

High level of communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

High level of patience and compassion for students.

Experience One-year related experience and one-year experience working with youth.

Education High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Associates Degree preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Valid State Driver's License.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk; to reach with hands, arms, talk, and listen.

The employee is occasionally required to sit; to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; to taste, and to smell.

The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in this work environment is moderate to high.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required.

The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate.

It is mutually agreed that the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as required, including overtime.

EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLDEGMENT I fully understand that participation in PRH-mandated staff training is mandatory.

I acknowledge that failure to participate may result in disciplinary action up to and including discharge.

I understand my key areas of responsibilities, performance expectations and work standards.

I acknowledge that failure to perform to the expectations set forth in this position description may result in disciplinary action up to and including discharge.

Pay Range: $17.20 - $21.80 per hour #INDFG * Serrato Corporation conducts background checks and drug screens.