St. Matthew School: 1:1 Classroom Aide

Catholic Diocese of Columbus•Gahanna, OH

12h

About The Position

St. Matthew School 1:1 Classroom Aide St. Matthew School, located at 795 Havens Corners Road in Gahanna, is blessed to welcome students of varying abilities. We are looking for a 1:1 Instructional Assistant to assist a high-functioning student who needs academic and social support throughout the day. Intervention background preferred, but not required. Under the direct supervision of the teacher, this position provides support to the teacher and assists the teacher in planning and implementing lesson plans, incorporating all component Plans, and leading large and small groups of students; performs clerical/ receptionist duties and other duties as assigned. The position is expected to use personal judgment in carrying out routine duties and responsibilities. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential job responsibilities; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. All the duties and standards within this job description will be performed according to the established policies, procedures and guidelines outlined in the School’s policy and procedures manuals.

Requirements

Must hold valid Ohio Educational Aide Permit or be able to obtain one
Experience working with students in small group, resource, and/or inclusion settings preferred
Must be willing to work collaboratively with teachers to provide support services to students
Current satisfactory FBI and BCI background checks
Have attended or be willing to attend a VIRTUS Protecting God's Children training
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Compliance with FBI and BCI&I background checks and completion of Protecting God's Children program.
High School degree is required.
Ability to communicate effectively and the understanding of the Catholic perspective; ability to multi-task and establish priorities; high level of integrity and professionalism; Ability to maintain flexible attitude and approach towards assignments and successfully operate under appropriate guidelines; light typing, filing and proof reading skills, excellent communication skills and knowledge of office equipment.
Knowledge of Microsoft software applications (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Ability to work with others in a collaborative team environment.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, write short correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively communicate to customers, parents, and other visitors to the school.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to use U.S. standards of currency and measurement.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
The ability to maintain all information in a highly confidential manner.

Nice To Haves

Intervention background preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Support student growth by working with the Intervention department and Intervention Specialist
Reinforce strategies implemented by the classroom teacher and intervention specialist to promote student success
Communicate with the teacher and intervention specialist regarding scheduling, student concerns, and needs
Help in the classroom and organizational strategies that support the teacher
Familiarize and encourage students to use Technology presented by the teacher
Working cooperatively with classroom teachers and their aides to promote the mission
Encourage a respectful atmosphere where learning can occur
Other duties as needed per Principal request
Assist faculty in the context of classroom instruction, small group/individual tutoring, practice and drill.
Provide support in all areas of the classroom maintaining a clean, safe, and cheerful environment.
Develop and maintain a positive relationship with administration, the students, their families, and volunteers; ensure that all feel welcome, and receive on-the-job training and communicate with parents on a regular basis.
Assist Teacher in completing all required reports and distributing them to the appropriate people at the appropriate time; and assist in maintaining up-to-date and accurate files for all students, safeguarding privacy of records and confidential information.
Eat and interact with students at meal times, serving as an appropriate role model to the students.
Be familiar with, and perform duties, according to established policies, procedures, and regulations as assigned/directed.
Performing supervisory duties as assigned.
Maintain appropriate and accurate records.
Assist Teacher with various projects as requested.
Regular attendance and punctuality is essential for this job.
Complies with federal, state and local safety laws.
Maintains a neat and safe work area.
Assisting in the production of educational materials.
Performing necessary clerical tasks; communication and interface.
Provide support in keeping a current inventory, including all supplies and equipment, and ordering supplies in advance to avoid unnecessary shortages.
Ensure that all classroom equipment is operational.
Performs other duties as assigned