Over Crowded Aide

West Ada School District•MERIDIAN, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists an elementary teacher with classroom duties; performs related work as required. The primary function of an employee in this class is to provide classroom support to a teacher in an elementary school classroom designated as overcrowded. The position is directly supervised by a teacher, with direction from the building Principal. The primary duties of the position are performed in a classroom environment.

Requirements

Have 2 years of college credits or Have a college degree or Pass the ParaPro Praxis Assessment with a score of 457 or higher or the Idaho Paraprofessional Testing Alternative with a score of 75% or higher
The test should be passed within 90 days of hire
High school diploma or GED equivalent required
Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions, communicate effectively in person, and to hear sounds within the normal range of conversation
Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions and comprehend, prepare, and present a variety of written and text documents and materials
Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate standard office and classroom equipment
Sufficient personal mobility, agility, strength, and reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to stand or sit for long periods of time, kneel, stretch, bend, reach, lift at least 30 pounds, and work in a classroom environment

Nice To Haves

Classroom experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Provides support to a teacher as directed in an elementary school classroom designated by the District as overcrowded
Provides tutoring, individual and group assistance, and direction to students
Assists in grading assignments, implementing lesson plans, and preparing materials and projects
Prepares bulletin boards and exhibits
Assists in classroom, as directed
Assists in preparation of classroom and teaching materials, as directed
Assists in preparing and maintaining files, reports, records, and documentation
May supervise classroom activities in the temporary absence of a teacher
Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with District policies, procedures, and safety practices
May perform lunchroom, playground, bus, and other monitoring duties as assigned
Performs other related duties as required