Educational Aide

Responsibilities

• Assist students in accomplishing the teachers daily educational objectives.
• Provide support in the form of individualized instruction, tutoring, guided practice, translation (if applicable), or other techniques, as guided by the teacher.
• Assist in delivering instruction under the direct supervision of the teacher.
• Assist the teacher in maintaining a safe and secure environment in the classroom; may include assisting in communication of behavior and conduct expectations, administering discipline, and support for the implementation of classroom or school-wide behavior management systems.
• Attend parent/teacher conferences as needed to support the teacher in communicating with parents about student performance, behavior, or other topics.
• Occasionally provide non-teaching support by assembling materials, making copies, monitoring recess, supervising lunch, etc. (if permitted by relevant funding requirements).
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required.
• Maintain the confidentiality of student records and student information.
• Complete any documentation necessary for the academy to be in compliance with regulatory requirements, such as time and effort reporting.
• Serve as an active member of teams such as grade-level, school-wide planning, school improvement or other areas of focus.
• Participate in extracurricular activities such as coaching, clubs, student government, tutoring, enrichment activities, etc.
• Support meal service program data entry or reconciliation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Nurturing, patient, and caring—able to support and inspire elementary students.
• Possession of—or able to attain—a valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.