JOB DESCRIPTION

Special Education Instructional Aide

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or equivalent

DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO: the Building Principal, under the immediate supervision of the classroom teacher.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Ability to perform simple clerical tasks proficiently
2. Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff, using proper grammar and vocabulary
3. Ability to maintain discipline in all school settings
4. Ability to maintain positive relationships with staff and students.

JOB STATUS:

1. There is no tenure established in this position.
2. This position is paid on an hourly basis and employment is for school days in session.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: There is a probationary period of ninety (90) days. At the end of that time, the employee will be evaluated by his / her supervisors. If the evaluation is favorable, the employee will continue to work for the District. An unfavorable evaluation will result in termination.

DUTIES:

1. Aide teacher in preparing room for school.
2. Help prepare and distribute lesson materials.
3. Instruct students under teacher’s supervision.
4. Keep classroom meat and orderly.
5. Aide teacher in arranging bulletin boards.
6. Supervise playground under teacher’s supervision.
7. Assist with student records when asked.
8. When necessary, supervise students in cafeteria.
9. Aid in storing materials and getting classroom ready for closing of school.
10. Performs other general duties as assigned.

GENERAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be punctual in all assignments.
2. Observe all District policies appropriate to this position.
3. Accept the responsibility of assigned tasks.
4. Comply with confidentiality guidelines.
5. Attend training sessions required by Building Principal.
6. Perform other general duties as assigned.

*Also applies to Instructional Substitute Aide