Teacher Aide or Instructional Assistant - Part Time

Catholic Schools•Altamonte Springs, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The teacher aide performs instructional and clerical tasks in a classroom to assist teaching staff with student education. Under the guidance of the classroom teacher, the aide helps provide a positive learning environment and participates with teachers, administrators, and other staff in developing and implementing school programs and goals. The role is grounded in the Diocese of Orlando’s core values of authenticity, respect, courage, and commitment. Work is performed on school campuses, mostly indoors in an environmentally controlled setting. The setting is busy and occasionally noisy, and the role frequently involves close physical proximity to others, sometimes in enclosed or tight spaces. Working from home is not permitted.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings; conduct must support the Church’s mission and purpose and not violate Church faith, morals, laws, or Diocese policies.
Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to communicate, listen to, and understand information presented through spoken words and sentences.
Ability to read and understand written information and ideas.
Strong command of written and spoken English.
Ability to sit and stand for long periods, reach, grasp, feel, and see up close and from afar.
Ability to use basic office computer hardware and peripherals, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, potentially involving lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 15 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Related experience in a similar position is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform classroom instructional tasks under the supervision of a certified teacher.
Guide independent study, enrichment work, and corrective or remedial instruction directed by the teacher.
Assist individual students who need special attention or assistance.
Help prepare instructional materials for classroom and student use.
Perform routine classroom clerical duties in hard copy and electronically.
Assist students or teachers with assistive technology and adaptive devices as needed.
Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, gymnasiums, and on field trips.
Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
Present subject matter under teachers’ direction and guidance using lectures, discussions, or supervised role-playing methods.
Observe student performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
Assist with bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and demonstrations.
Organize and supervise games and recreational activities that promote students’ physical, mental, and social development.
Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, including non-English-speaking students and students with physical or mental disabilities.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
Perform other duties as assigned by the principal.