Classroom Aide

Yukon Public Schools • Yukon, OK

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About The Position

The Classroom Aide (Tier I Paraprofessional) assists in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning classroom where students can benefit from the instructional program and available resources. The aide works cooperatively with the classroom teacher, supports instruction and classroom routines, helps supervise students, and provides administrative and materials support. The position is for a 10-month year on a 173-day work calendar, at 7 hours per day, with compensation according to the YPS Pay Scale Information.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Good oral and written command of English; Spanish where required by assignment.
• 48 college hours, an associate’s degree, or ability to complete WorkKeys tests within 60 days of hire.
• Oklahoma Tier I Paraprofessional Certification.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with the classroom teacher to implement the instructional program.
• Help children develop positive feelings about themselves and school.
• Model positive language and behavior for children.
• Prepare for instruction by collecting and arranging resource materials, preparing visual and other teaching aids, and arranging field trips.
• Support instruction by operating equipment, directing games and singing, reading and telling stories, supervising testing and make-up work, and assisting on field trips.
• Supervise activities including playground time, fire drills, lunchroom routines, field trips, bus loading, individual or small-group activities, snacks, and toilet and clothing routines.
• Help interpret the school program to parents and staff.
• Participate in home visits and parent conferences with the classroom teacher only when deemed necessary and approved by the Principal.
• Participate in school staff meetings during the duty day when possible.
• Provide instructional support by maintaining records, preparing reports, scoring objective tests, processing and distributing books and supplies, collecting money, and cleaning and storing materials.
• Assist a substitute teacher in the same manner as the regular teacher would be assisted.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education or self-selected professional growth activities.
• Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities assigned by the Principal.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED