Educational Assistant General Education Pinon Posting 512

Los Alamos Public Schools • White Rock, NM

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision to provide responsible assistance in the preparation of materials for educational instructors; to set up materials and demonstrations for classroom lectures; to provide assistance to, and tutor, students in an assigned area; to perform clerical duties for assigned instructor; and to perform a variety of tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility. ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here: Provide assistance in the preparation of materials for educational instructors; set up demonstrations, materials, and equipment for classroom lectures; promote a positive learning environment. Provide tutoring and other assistance to students in a variety of areas; interpret and explain detailed instructions; monitor student progress and report to instructors. Assist the teacher in evaluating students; assist in preparing teaching materials and learning activities, as directed; proofread and mark student papers; provide updates on student progress. Review student assignments, correct homework; as directed, administer tests to students to complete lesson plans. Oversee classroom activities in the absence of an instructor and during recess, lunch and other special events; assist in maintaining classroom and school disciplinary procedures. Perform record keeping activities; take attendance and maintain attendance records; fill out forms and applications as required. Respond to various questions and inquiries from students and parents on routine issues; refer students to instructors for complex questions and issues. Design, implement and maintain instructional and informational materials; tutor students in the creation of project materials and reports. Perform a variety of clerical tasks supporting assigned instructor; take roll call and keep student attendance records; duplicate materials; assemble notebooks and handouts; return reviewed homework assignments, reports and tests to students. Perform custodial duties in the classroom to maintain a clean and safe environment; clean desks, tables and chairs; set up and assemble materials for projects. Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer, copier, fax or other equipment. Follow all safety rules and procedures established for work area. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of: Operations, services and activities of an instructional program.
• Student instructional and tutorial techniques.
• Principles and concepts of assigned academic subject matter.
• Modern office practices, procedures and equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Theories and concepts of early childhood development.
• Methods and techniques used in assessing student programs.
• General goals and purpose of education programs.
• Discipline strategies.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Pertinent federal, state and local codes, laws and regulations.
• Ability to: Provide support to instructors and students to promote a positive learning environment.
• Provide responsible assistance in the preparation of materials and lessons.
• Provide assistance and tutor students in an assigned area.
• Monitor student progress and confer with instructors.
• Administer, correct, and record test results.
• Work with students from a wide range of cultural backgrounds, ages and academic abilities.
• Serve as liaison among students, tutors and instructors.
• Perform a variety of clerical functions in support of assigned instructor.
• Respond to a variety of requests from students and teachers.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records.
• Operate various office equipment including computers, copiers, faxes and other machinery.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
• Experience: One year instructional support experience.
• License or Certificate: Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, mandated Educational Assistant license and Substitute Teacher license as may be required by the District or State of New Mexico.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance in the preparation of materials for educational instructors; set up demonstrations, materials, and equipment for classroom lectures; promote a positive learning environment.
• Provide tutoring and other assistance to students in a variety of areas; interpret and explain detailed instructions; monitor student progress and report to instructors.
• Assist the teacher in evaluating students; assist in preparing teaching materials and learning activities, as directed; proofread and mark student papers; provide updates on student progress.
• Review student assignments, correct homework; as directed, administer tests to students to complete lesson plans.
• Oversee classroom activities in the absence of an instructor and during recess, lunch and other special events; assist in maintaining classroom and school disciplinary procedures.
• Perform record keeping activities; take attendance and maintain attendance records; fill out forms and applications as required.
• Respond to various questions and inquiries from students and parents on routine issues; refer students to instructors for complex questions and issues.
• Design, implement and maintain instructional and informational materials; tutor students in the creation of project materials and reports.
• Perform a variety of clerical tasks supporting assigned instructor; take roll call and keep student attendance records; duplicate materials; assemble notebooks and handouts; return reviewed homework assignments, reports and tests to students.
• Perform custodial duties in the classroom to maintain a clean and safe environment; clean desks, tables and chairs; set up and assemble materials for projects.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer, copier, fax or other equipment.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures established for work area.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees