Teacher Aide

These are full-time positions.

Health insurance, sick/personal days, NYS Employee Retirement System.

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Teacher Aide. This role will support the educational objectives of our institution by assisting teachers in various classroom activities and providing additional support to students as needed.

From Yates County Civil Service

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The work involves responsibility for relieving school teachers of that part of their duties, which while related to the teaching process, can be performed by non-professional personnel. The duties and responsibilities may vary at different grade levels. The work is performed under the general supervision of the School Principal or a member of the teaching staff. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative Only)

Assists Teachers in the correction of test papers, recording of grades, maintaining files and preparing statistical reports;

Occasionally oversees class when Teacher is out of room;

Assists Teachers with study hall, corridor, lunchroom and other monitorial duties;

Assists students in operating computers and other electronic equipment;

Assists Teachers and students in the operation of mechanical and technical equipment;

Under supervision of a Teacher, assists disabled students to master basic skills and obtain knowledge in prescribed

subjects;

Fills out, copies, types or dittos forms, reports and stencils from various rough drafts;

Assists in routine classroom housekeeping chores;

Organizes and participates in group games and related activities;

Assists Teachers and students in selecting supplementary materials from the library;

May be assigned to assists disabled students take notes, gather books, etc.;

May correct standardized and objective tests.

Performs other duties as assigned.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Ability to establish good relationships with students, teachers and co-workers;

Ability to communicate effectively;

Ability to establish and maintain discipline;

Good general intelligence;

Familiarity with classroom routine;

Tact;

Courtesy;

Dependability;

Good judgment;

Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.