REPORTS TO: Elementary Principal
POSITION OBJECTIVE: The teacher aide is responsible for duties assigned by the classroom teacher and/or Director/Principal
QUALIFYING CHARACTERISTICS: The employee is a Christian with an authentic and a mature personal relationship with Jesus Christ in both his or her professional and personal life with a calling and commitment to Christian education. Must have excellent interpersonal and computer skills; Ability to present information concisely and effectively; handle sensitive information in a confidential manner; organize and prioritize work, multi-task and work independently with little supervision; Team player.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Is able to work one-on-one with individual students.
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Works with small groups of children on designated projects or assignments as requested by the teacher.
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Helps teachers with small group activities.
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Observes student behavior and reports unusual or inappropriate behavior to the teacher or director.
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Collects and prepares materials for class projects, demonstrations, experiments, etc.
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Accompanies classes on field trips.
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Assists teacher with the organization of material for distribution to families, such as, the informational newsletter and school handouts.
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Sorts and files student papers; grades papers, runs copies, keeps the room organized during and after activities as directed by supervising teacher.
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Assists teachers with bulletin boards.
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Assists with before-school playground, lunch, and recess supervision as assigned.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
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Must have 40 hours of state training through Child Services for PreK aide.
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- Experience working with children in a classroom setting is preferred.
