Elementary Instruct Aide

Job Purpose

To join a team of people with the mission: Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. We deliver on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™ through an education model that gives every student the opportunity for success.

About the Role

As an Elementary Instruct Aide, you will be responsible for assisting in the general supervision and management of the children, which allows the teachers more time to focus on the educational needs of students. The incumbent must be willing to fulfill responsibilities in accordance with the school's educational philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the implementation of the daily program under the direction of the teacher.
• Affords assistance in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up interest centers, and preparing needed materials and supplies for students' daily activities.
• Works individually or in small groups with students to review classroom instruction, listens to reading groups, or assists answering questions.
• Serves as a supervisor for outside playground activities.
• Helps with general housekeeping tasks.
• Affords assistance in any other appropriate ways.
• Performs clerical tasks.
• Treats all children with dignity and respect.
• Attends all staff meetings and recommended training programs and conferences, including in-service training as may be required by the district.
• Operates and cares for instructional equipment used in the classroom.
• Follows directions given by head teacher or immediate supervisor.

Student Management

• Assists with the supervision of students outside the classroom such as: field trips to assist with student supervision and safety, during play period, lunchroom activities, dismissal, etc.
• Serves as a supervisor when the teacher is out of the room.

School/Community Relations

• Maintains confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees outside the school.
• Handles sensitive and confidential information, documents, communications, incidents, etc., with discretion and in a conscientious manner.
• Cooperates and shares professionally with other members of the staff.
• Promotes high academic/achievement for all children.
• Promotes a greater focus on teaching and learning.
• Promotes flexibility to stimulate local initiatives coupled with responsibility for student performance.
• Promotes improved linkages among schools, parents, and communities.

Required Qualifications And Skills

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company; supports the company's values in the strategic areas of academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Has strong time management & organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff.
• Is sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the public image.
• Establishes excellent interpersonal skills between all stakeholders: being courteous, professional, and helpful; Oral (including presentations), Written, Interpersonal (active listening), Negotiating and Influencing.
• Is proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS) and email communications.
• Strives to implement consistently best practices and positive character education.

Job Requirements

• High School degree, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Speak, read, and write English fluently.
• Successful results of criminal and employment background check.
• Experience in working with children, preferably children with disabilities.
• Be in the process of becoming professionally prepared to supervise young children.

Work Environment

Usual schools working conditions. May be noisy during high student traffic.

Physical Demands

No physical exertion required. Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.