Title 1 Instructional Aide - Fairview Elementary, 7 hours

Olathe Public Schools • Olathe, KS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing additional educational support for students in grades kindergarten through fifth grades who are not performing at grade level in reading and math. The instructional aide will support the school's program by assisting in recess activities and filling in for office staff as needed. The role involves working under direct supervision using standardized procedures, potentially leading or coordinating others, and operating within a defined budget.

Requirements

• 48 hours of college credit or the ability to pass the Title 1 assessment test
• Ability to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent’s, and/or ratios.
• Ability to read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others.
• Ability to understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of age-appropriate activities/behaviors.
• Knowledge of codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies.
• Knowledge of curriculum and instructional methods.
• Knowledge of English grammar/punctuation/spelling/vocabulary.
• Knowledge of health standards.
• Knowledge of instructional media/equipment.
• Knowledge of office equipment/software.
• Knowledge of office practices.
• Knowledge of safety practices.
• Skills in administering first aid.
• Skills in customer service.
• Skills in effective listening.
• Skills in instructional techniques.
• Skills in interpersonal aptitude.
• Skills in managing projects/programs.
• Skills in office practices.
• Ability to schedule activities.
• Ability to gather and/or collate data.
• Ability to use job-related equipment.
• Flexibility to work with others.
• Ability to work with data utilizing defined and similar processes.
• Ability to operate equipment using standardized methods.
• Ability to work with a diversity of individuals.
• Ability to work with similar types of data.
• Ability to utilize a variety of job-related equipment.
• Some problem-solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to deal with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to make decisions.
• Detail-oriented.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to motivate others.
• Ability to organize.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Reliability.
• Ability to take initiative.
• Teamwork.
• Willingness to learn effective instructional strategies.
• Ability to meet schedules/deadlines.
• Background Clearance
• TB Test/Physical

Responsibilities

• Assesses students in reading and math using a variety of tools for the purpose of determining student progress and learning needs.
• Collaborates with and takes direction from classroom teachers for the purpose of aligning small group and individual instruction with classroom needs.
• Coordinates with the building principal or other appointed supervisor for the purpose of prioritizing students to be included in the small groups.
• Gathers materials for lessons, with the support from the classroom teacher, for the purpose of instructing students appropriate to their needs.
• Meets with students usually in small groups for the purpose of working on specific areas of need.
• Performs a variety of tasks, appropriate to the role of instructional aide (e.g. data entry and organization, copying materials, laminating, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree