26 - Educational Assistant - Instructional - Grant Funded

Pueblo School District 60•Pueblo, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Educational Assistant - Instructional supports teachers in classroom and other school resource settings by supervising and assisting students individually and in small groups, reinforcing learning activities, preparing educational materials, and helping maintain classroom materials and supplies. The position follows daily instruction plans set by school team members and works collaboratively with teachers and support staff to help students succeed. The role is grant funded, works 153 days per year at 6 hours per day, and reports to the Building Principal.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Highly Qualified status under ESSA.
Pass Work Keys or Praxis test, have 48 semester hours of college coursework, or hold an associate degree.
Complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check and obtain clearance from the Office of Human Resources.
Communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
Competence in mathematics, reading, writing, and speaking.
Ability to learn and apply behavioral management techniques consistently and with good judgment.
Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and execute work using independent judgment.
Knowledge of District and school policies and procedures.
Basic computer skills, including the ability to use a computer for word processing.
Ability to establish and maintain professional and effective working relationships with staff, students, and parents.
Ability to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures and answer routine questions.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of study at an institution of higher education.
Experience with the District's Gateway Circulation System.
Experience working with the Reading, Renaissance (AR) program.
Spanish-speaking skills.

Responsibilities

Supervise and assist students individually and in small groups with literacy, mathematics, and other classroom activities to reinforce learning introduced by the teacher.
Assist with large-group activities, including drills, reading aloud, and storytelling.
Support students with classroom technology, including computer resources and audiovisual equipment, as directed by a licensed teacher.
Follow individual and small-group learning plans prepared by school team members.
Read to students, listen to students read, and participate in oral communication activities with students.
Help ensure the safety of individual students and groups of students.
Assist staff with record keeping, copying, filing, grading assignments, and taking attendance.
Supervise children at recess and lunch, ensuring their safety and security.
Prepare educational materials, including copying, typing, and laminating.
Help set up and maintain classrooms, materials, and supplies.
Participate effectively in regular team meetings with teachers and support staff, using appropriate social skills, problem solving, and conflict resolution strategies.
Interact thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, and parents and resolve conflicts professionally.
Guide independent study, enrichment work, and remedial work assigned by the teacher.
Administer, score, and record achievement and diagnostic tests as recommended by the teacher.
Check notebooks, correct papers, and supervise testing and make-up work as assigned.
Attend in-services, workshops, and training programs as requested by the supervisor.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal and classroom teacher.