Purpose:

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

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalency certificate.
• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing and mathematics
• Ability to work well with children
• Ability to communicate effectively

Experience:

• Some experience working with children

Responsibilities:

• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom.  This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Provide instruction to students under the direction of the teacher, work with individual students or small groups.

This describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.