Elementary School Pre-K Educational Assistant

Cannon County School District • Woodbury, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Perform instructional activities under the direct guidance of the Pre-Kindergarten teacher, Principal, and Pre-Kindergarten Director.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Skills are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
• Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include applying assessment instruments, operating standard office equipment, including using pertinent software applications, and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
• Knowledge is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
• Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include appropriate codes, policies, regulations, and/or laws; age- appropriate activities; lesson plan requirements; stages of child development; and behavioral management strategies.

Responsibilities

• Required to work under the direct guidance of the Pre-K teacher
• Assist individual students and small groups in developing academic skills
• Assist the classroom teacher with planning for instruction
• Perform such clerical duties as preparing instructional materials, making reports, and other duties as assigned (clerical duties are not, however, limited to this list)
• Administer all diagnostic tools as directed by the teacher
• Assist in preparing the classroom and organizing all instructional materials and equipment as directed by the teacher
• Maintain student records as directed by the classroom teacher
• Assist in the supervision of students on bus trips as directed by the building-level administrator and teacher
• Comply with all TDOE Pre-K policies, procedures, and guidelines, as well as Childcare Rules and Regulations
• Required to attend district and state staff development, including Child Abuse Awareness, CPR Certification, and First Aid Certification
• Attend all in-service when directed to do so by the principal, Pre-K Director, or Director of Schools
• Prepare for breakfast and lunch in the classroom
• Recess or playground duty with teacher and Pre-K students
• Dismissal of Pre-K students and early arrival as designated
• Project a positive image of the Cannon County School District at all times
• Keep information confidential concerning school business
• Act in a professional manner at all times
• May operate a motor vehicle to conduct various work activities
• Successful completion of Criminal Justice fingerprint/background process and drug screen
• Appropriate Attendance Record
• Dress neatly and appropriately
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

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