General School Assistant 2026-27 (Temporary) Woodridge Elementary

About the Role

This position provides instructional and non-instructional support in the school setting, assisting school staff as they focus on instructional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Work under the direct supervision of certificated, administrative, or classified staff based on assigned duties.
• Support teachers with materials, supplies, and copying.
• Perform routine tasks in monitoring and assisting student progress within a classroom setting.
• Work with individual students or small groups as directed by certificated staff.
• Record observations and data regarding student progress as directed by the classroom teacher or administrator.
• Assist with before or after-school activities and accompany students on field trips.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in professional development and training.
• Support English Language Learners, requiring an understanding of their unique needs.
• Work in an office, general school setting, or support elementary school health clinics as assigned by the nurse.
• Enter student records as needed.
• Provide clerical and other support if assigned to a school office or non-classroom setting.
• Supervise students in non-classroom settings, including lunchrooms, playgrounds, crosswalks, and parking lots.
• Collaborate with other staff members as required.
• Handle interruptions, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, and remain flexible under pressure.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• At least one of the following:
  • ETS Paraeducator Assessment,
  • Associate of Arts degree (original transcripts),
  • 72 quarter credits or 48 semester credits at an institution of higher education (original transcripts), or
  • Completion of a registered apprenticeship program (certificate).
• Foreign degrees accepted if evaluated by a NACES member company.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a school setting.
• Associate degree or equivalent.

Knowledge

• Basic academic knowledge in core content areas, with a focus on math and reading.
• Understanding of child development.
• Awareness of cultural and racial diversity.
• Basic computer skills, including keyboarding and data entry.
• Understanding of basic safety and emergency procedures, including hygiene and cleanliness.

Skills

• Effective oral and written communication.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Effective organizing skills.
• Ability to work in a team setting.
• Maintain confidentiality with student and employee records.
• Multicultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to perform duties in accordance with Board policies and legal requirements.
• Ability to meet punctuality and attendance expectations.

Physical Requirements

• Stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
• Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
• May be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

Pay

AISP pay range P1-A: $24.66 per hour to $26.61 per hour (starting hourly rate is $24.66 per hour).

Schedule

3 hours per day, Monday through Friday (15 hours per week for a 180-day annual assignment). This is a temporary position ending on the last day of the 2026-27 school year.

Benefits

This position is not eligible for benefits.