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Under the supervision of the building principal and the classroom teacher, this position assists in the implementation of instructional and non-instructional programs and performs a variety of routine clerical and office tasks in support of teachers and other district staff. The position promotes positive public relations for the district. A specific duty roster may be established as needed by the building administrator. Depending upon individual school needs, the position may perform any or all of the following duties.

• Assist teacher in the daily management, organization, monitoring and safety of children; supervises recess and lunch periods, field trips, locker rooms, study and ISS rooms and student arrival/departure activities.
• Collect and prepare instructional and non-instructional materials as directed; assembles worksheets, lessons, art supplies and other materials; create and post bulletin boards; correct worksheets, quizzes and assignments.
• Supervise and conduct individuals and small groups in educational, creative and structured play activities; assists with classwork and assignments; tutors and monitors student activities in the classroom and special sessions.
• Communicate with teacher concerning individual student needs and progress. May be required to provide swimming assistance.
• Monitor student behavior and progress, and share observations with teacher and other professional staff; may participate in parent-teacher conferences.
• Assist teachers in preparation of student work contracts and program. Administers discipline as authorized.
• Assist in administering district, state and national tests; maintains diagnostic and test data for teacher; maintains and updates student records, class lists, attendance and other data. Monitors administration of individual academic assessment evaluation.
• May be required to provide basic first aid care to ill and injured students.
• Assist in maintaining physical appearance of classroom; straighten chairs/tables, put materials away after use.
• May be required to transport student as part of their instructional program.
• Acts as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behavior to students; assist teacher in maintaining a classroom conducive to learning.
• Prepares equipment and supply inventories and orders materials as necessary.
• Assist in the supervision of volunteer and student assistants.
• May operate a computer using educational software to provide student instruction and assistance.
• Process and distribute forms, correspondence, worksheets, tests and schedules by using office machines such as computer, photocopier and other standard office equipment.
• May enter data into computer and maintain various databases.
• Maintain files and records. Document daily activities and progress as required.
• Maintains confidentiality of student information and records.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED.
• AA degree, 72 college credits or pass a skills test required.
• Post high school training in child development and related training desired.

REQUIRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Driver's license may be required.
• CPR/First Aid may be required.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Criminal background clearance.