TITLE: Instructional Aide 

REPORTS TO: Principal/Collaborates with Teacher 

JOB GOAL:  To assist the teacher in achieving teaching objectives by working with individual students or small groups while providing a safe and efficient environment. 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer and score a variety of tests according to established guidelines
• Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures and report progress regarding student performance and behavior
• Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records.
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies.
• Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Assists in recording data for IEPs and other programs associated with the IEPs.
• Assist in promoting appropriate behavior patterns and habits.
• Assists in the construction and development of materials related to the learning processes.
• Assists in the instruction of small group, large group or individual child activities for enhanced skill development.
• Assists students in curricular areas that take place outside of immediate classroom, including areas around school and off the school campus.
• Assists students when entering, riding, or exiting transportation vehicles.
• Cares for all instructional materials, supplies and equipment in the classroom and/or used by students.
• Provides for simple housecleaning activities on a regular basis.
• Assists students in self-help areas necessary for good student health and hygiene (ex. toileting, brushing teeth, etc..)
• Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips.
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.
• Maintains good rapport with students, parents, staff and other professionals.
• Obtain and maintain First-Aid and CPR certification with re-certification as established within guidelines.
• Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.
• Obtain and maintain CDL driver’s license and maintain bus route as driver or bus monitor
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Must satisfactorily complete the Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment or have the equivalent of 2 years college experience.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
• Satisfactory completion of State mandated health examination.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger endorsement; School Bus Certificate; must pass driving record check.

EVALUATION:  Performed annually by Principal in collaboration with assigned classroom teacher.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Salary commensurate with the Fairview Independent Schools Classified Salary Schedule.
• Work schedule to be established by Principal

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification.  They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so assigned.  Responsibilities and duties assigned are at the discretion of the supervisor.