Elementary Instruct Aide

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools across four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. CSUSA provides an academically rigorous education, equipping students with real-world readiness for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to student success from every background, CSUSA closes achievement and opportunity gaps, embodying the promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

About the Role

Join a team dedicated to the mission: Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. If you are passionate about inspiring and motivating young learners and prioritize students in education, CSUSA is the place for you. As an Elementary Instructional Aide, you will assist in the general supervision and management of children, allowing teachers to focus more on the educational needs of students. You must be willing to fulfill responsibilities in alignment with the school's educational philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing the daily program under the direction of the teacher.
• Plan and prepare the learning environment, set up interest centers, and prepare materials and supplies for daily student activities.
• Work individually or in small groups with students to reinforce classroom instruction, listen to reading groups, or assist with answering questions.
• Supervise outside playground activities.
• Assist with general housekeeping tasks.
• Support the teacher in any other appropriate ways and perform clerical tasks.
• Treat all children with dignity and respect.
• Attend staff meetings and recommended training programs, including in-service training as required.
• Operate and care for instructional equipment used in the classroom.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.
• Follow directions given by the head teacher or immediate supervisor.

Student Management

• Assist with supervision of students outside the classroom, such as during field trips, play periods, lunchroom activities, and dismissal.
• Supervise the classroom when the teacher is out of the room.

School/Community Relations

• Maintain confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees outside the school.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information, documents, communications, and incidents with discretion.
• Cooperate and share professionally with other staff members.
• Promote high academic achievement for all children and a greater focus on teaching and learning.
• Encourage flexibility to stimulate local initiatives while maintaining responsibility for student performance.
• Promote improved linkages among schools, parents, and communities.

Requirements

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

Skills

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff.
• Sensitivity to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and public image in unique situations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: courteous, professional, and helpful; includes oral (presentations), written, active listening, negotiating, and influencing.
• Ability to consistently attend work on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS), and email communications.
• Strives for quality improvement and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Consistently implements best practices and positive character education.

Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment includes usual school conditions. The environment may be noisy during high student traffic.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• No significant physical exertion required.
• Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.
• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently needed to move objects.