Student Support Assistant (PT)- 268

Salt Lake City School District•Salt Lake, UT

3d•$16

About The Position

The Student Support Assistant provides support to the educational mission of the school and department administrators in a safe and efficient manner. This position requires professional judgment. Individuals in these roles may be asked to move between roles and responsibilities in this job description, based on the need of the school or department. This position will supervise students during lunch and recess periods.

Requirements

High school diploma or a recognized equivalent
Speak, read, write, and present professionally, analyze, and interpret English written and verbal communications
Adaptability and understanding of cultural differences while working in a diverse environment
Hold or obtain a CPR/First Aid Certificate/Utah Food Handler Certificate within 30 days of employment
Consistently maintained composure and patience in challenging situations
Flexibility to handle changing work priorities

Nice To Haves

Job related experience
Spanish or other language proficiency, including ability to read, write, speak, and understand
Ability to lead, guide, and coordinate people and projects
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records using a variety of technology systems
Strong problem-solving skills
Knowledge of child development and ability to identify and adapt directives to students of all ages

Responsibilities

Supervise students during non-academic activities to ensure students are behaving appropriately and are safe
Promote a positive environment to prepare students for learning
Playground supervision outdoors and indoors (in case of rain or snow), walk around perimeter, respond quickly to break-up scuffles, etc.
Be proactive in identifying, addressing, and bringing to the attention of the administrator any potential safety concerns.
Report incidents (e.g., fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) to maintain the personal safety of students and adhere to district policies, procedures, and state law
Prepare teaching materials as needed, perform record-keeping and clerical functions, and organize related reports (e.g., worksheets, booklets, scheduling, copying, data recording, grades, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) to support teachers and administrators
Participate in various meetings as assigned to convey and gather information required to perform functions, attend additional training opportunities as deemed necessary, present information to others
Adapt to changing work priorities and work with frequent interruptions; work as part of a team by collaborating with own and other work units; meet deadlines
Work under limited supervision; utilize prioritization strategies; accurately process detailed information; be attentive to detail
Communicate effectively with diverse individuals and groups of people while maintaining confidentiality and building positive working relationships with employees and stakeholders
As needed, roll, push, pull, bend, reach, stoop, and lift up to 25 pounds
Maintain regular and predictable attendance to fulfill job requirements effectively and efficiently
Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit