PE Instructional Aide 4-8

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, delivering on the promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

About the Role

If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. As a Physical Education Aide, you will assist in the general supervision and management of children, allowing teachers more time to focus on the educational needs of students. The role requires alignment with the school's educational philosophy and a commitment to the mission of fostering student greatness.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the implementation of the daily program under the direction of the teacher.
• Plans and prepares the learning environment, sets up interest centers, and prepares materials and supplies for daily student activities.
• Works individually or in small groups with students to reinforce classroom instruction, listens to reading groups, or assists with answering questions.
• Supervises outside playground activities and assists with student supervision during field trips, play periods, lunchroom activities, and dismissal.
• Supervises the classroom when the teacher is out of the room.
• Performs general housekeeping tasks and clerical duties as needed.
• Treats all children with dignity and respect.
• Attends staff meetings, training programs, and conferences, including in-service training as required.
• Operates and cares for instructional equipment used in the classroom.
• Maintains confidentiality about children, their families, and other employees outside the school.
• Handles sensitive information, documents, and communications with discretion.
• Cooperates and shares professionally with other staff members.
• Promotes high academic achievement, flexibility, and improved linkages among schools, parents, and communities.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal or immediate supervisor.

Requirements

• High School degree, GED, or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in speaking, reading, and writing English.
• Successful results of criminal and employment background check.
• Experience working with children, preferably children with disabilities.
• Commitment to becoming professionally prepared to supervise young children.
• Adherence to the requirements of the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.

Skills

• Enthusiasm and commitment to the position and the company’s mission.
• 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.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: courtesy, professionalism, active listening, negotiating, and influencing.
• Ability to consistently attend work on time, follow instructions, and respond to management direction.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS), and email communications.
• Commitment to improving quality, accuracy, and implementing best practices in positive character education.

Work Environment

• Usual school working conditions; may be noisy during high student traffic.
• Light physical work: exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently.
• Travel within or outside of the state may be required.

This position is non-exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.