Trent Middle School

About the role

Provide instructional assistance to students under the direct supervision of a certified teacher.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing, conducting, and managing classroom activities.
• Provide instruction to students under the direction of teacher; work with individual students or small groups.
• Assist teacher in preparing instructional materials and classroom displays.
• Assist with administration and scoring of objective testing instruments or work assignments.
• Help maintain neat and orderly classroom.
• Help with inventory, care, and maintenance of equipment.
• Help teacher keep administrative records and prepare required reports.
• Provide orientation and assistance to substitute teachers.
• Help supervise students throughout school day, inside and outside classroom. This includes lunchroom, bus, and playground duty.
• Make teacher aware of special needs or problems of individual students.
• Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance.
• Participate in faculty meetings and special events as assigned.

Mental demands/physical demands/environmental factors: Standing, occasional kneeling, squatting, bending and stooping; moderate walking; regular light lifting and carrying; work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); exposure to noise; work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

Requirements

• GED or High School Diploma.
• Associate's degree or two years of higher education preferred.
• Must register with SBEC to obtain an Educational Aide Certification.

Skills

• Ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.
• Ability to work well with children.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of general office equipment.