Classroom Assistant Elementary

Florence School District 1•Florence, SC

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Under regular supervision, performs specialized work by assisting teachers in instructing and directing the activities of students to provide a well-organized, smoothly functioning classroom environment.

Requirements

Requires a minimum of 60 college hours from an accredited college or university, supplemented by a minimum of two years of consistent training and experience working with children in an education-oriented institution, providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
May require specialized training in conflict resolution and behavior modification.
Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and equipment including a computer, audio-visual equipment, copier, etc.
Must be able to exert up to ten pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Work involves sitting much of the time, but also involves walking or standing for periods of time, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, etc.
Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of up to thirty pounds.
Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.
Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving assignments and/or directions to subordinates and receiving assignments and/or direction from supervisors.
Requires the ability to read a variety of policies and procedures, professional journals, reference materials, etc.
Requires the ability to enter data into the computer and prepare correspondence, narrative and numerical reports,purchase orders, etc., with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech.
Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control and confidence.
Requires the ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; to deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Requires the ability to apply influence systems in managing a supervisory/management staff; to learn and understand relatively complex principles and techniques; to make independent judgments in absence of supervision; to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.
Must have the ability to comprehend and interpret received information.
Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow and give verbal and written instructions.
Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with persons of varying educational backgrounds and in a variety of technical and/or professional languages.
Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, to multiply and divide, to determine percentages and decimals, and to determine time.
Must be able to use practical applications of fractions, percentages, ratio and proportion.
Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape, and visually read various information.
Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes using office machinery.
Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, keyboards, office equipment, control knobs, buttons, switches, catches, etc. Must have minimal levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines.
Has thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the District as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Classroom Assistant.
Is knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards and Florence 1 Schools.
Has knowledge of the characteristics of the age group assigned.
Has knowledge of basic computer operation if relevant.
Is able to establish and maintain positive relationships and work effectively with adults and children.
Is able to supervise, guide and support students.
Is able to reinforce skills taught by the teacher.
Is able to follow lesson plans provided by the teacher.
Is able to motivate students to participate in educational activities and to want to learn.
Has the ability to offer guidance and assistance to students, co-workers and employees of other departments as required.
Has the ability to use independent judgment as needed in performing routine and non-routine tasks.
Is able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision.
Is able to read and interpret lesson plans, instructions, student records and other materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.
Knows how to prepare graded papers, display materials, hand-outs, etc.
Has comprehensive knowledge of the terminology and various professional languages used within the department.
Knows how to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation.
Is able to perform job tasks professionally in an environment where discrimination and other public issues are constant concerns.
Is able to make sound, educated decisions.
Knows how to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations.
Has the mathematical ability to handle required calculations.
Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities.
Has good organizational, technical and human relations skills.
Has the ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency.

Responsibilities

Assists students with exercises and the preparation of materials for class activities; concentrates efforts with small groups of students and individuals as necessary.
Reinforces all knowledge and skills taught by the classroom teacher.
Assists teachers by administering and grading tests, recording grades, substituting as needed, escorting children to other areas of the school, monitoring student behavior, etc.
At the kindergarten / elementary school level, listens to individuals and small groups in reading exercises; participates in free play time; assists with basic health needs and may accompany individuals to lavatories.
At the high school level, may instruct students in the use of computer programs related to their respective subjects.
At the vocational level, provides specific instructional support to CTE teachers and is responsible for assisting groups of students in various curriculum clusters.
Performs the full range of instructional assistant duties and responsibilities combined with applying vocationally specific experience and training to support student learning.
May assist in teaching, correcting and transcribing Braille.
Serves as a liaison between school and parents; translates to parents and students.
May operate computers and provide basic computer instructional assistance to students.
May manage a computer lab, performing without direct supervision various duties including enrolling students, maintaining records, operating and ensuring the proper maintenance of computers, troubleshooting computer problems, supervising students and maintaining a clean and orderly facility.
Creates bulletin board displays in the classroom or department.
Assists in maintaining student records and files, including performing computer data entry.
Prepares transparencies, charts, graphs and duplicated materials for classroom use; operates and cares for audio-visual equipment.
Assists in cleaning and storing of materials after completion of activities.
Supervises students when unloading and loading buses, in the halls, on field trips, during lunch and on school grounds.
Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, teachers, students, parents, co-workers, school administrators, other school/District personnel, etc.
Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly classroom.
Performs related duties as required.