Kindergarten Instructional Aide

Essential Job Duties

• Aid in the implementation of the daily program under the direction of the classroom teacher
• Aid in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up interest centers and prepare needed materials and supplies
• Supervise the classroom when the teacher is out of the room
• Attend to the physical needs of the students
• Perform clerical tasks, including filing student records, typing, taking attendance, making copies of tests and other instructional paperwork, checking/grading tests, and homework, distributing classroom-related materials, and setting up bulletin boards
• Supervise outside playground activities; read and tell stories to the students
• Accompany and supervise bathroom breaks and to specials, including music, art, library, PE, etc.
• Assist the teacher on an instructional level by reinforcing the instruction the teacher provides to the students including individually with students, or in small groups
• Follow directions given by classroom teacher and/or immediate supervisor
• Participate in professional workshops that work for the improvement of early childhood education
• Communicate with, assist, and answer questions from the students as required on routine day-to-day classroom operations
• Treat all children and parents with dignity and respect
• Maintain confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees
• PRACTICE APPROPRIATE SAFETY AND INJURY PREVENTION METHODS AND PROCEDURES
• ATTEND STAFF MEETINGS AND RECOMMENDED TRAINING PROGRAMS

Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• Bachelor's degree or higher in related Education discipline
• Highly organized and independent worker with excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills
• PLC model experience (Professional Learning Communities)
• Superior skills to work with others and the ability of being a team player
• Proficient working with current classroom technologies