| At the direction of the principal, assists teachers
by performing a variety of tasks that promote student
learning and well being. Duties involve working with
students individually and in small groups assessing
performance, reinforcing instruction, motivating learning,
assisting with classroom management, clerical, and other
non-instructional work.
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Commitment to Students:
Understands what motivates the student's learning
Is aware of different learning strategies and able to
adapt them to maximize the student's experience
Is dedicated and will go the extra mile to assist with
student learning
Genuinely cares about the overall learning environment
to ensure student's success
Acts with the student in mind
Is dedicated to meeting expectations of principal, teachers,
parents and students
Is dedicated to providing quality education to students
Knowledge of Job:
Possesses a basic understanding of the curriculum in
the classroom(s) to which they are assigned
Facilitates small groups and one-on-one learning and
manages entire class when required
Is knowledgeable in current and new academic instruction/methods/subject
matter
Provides feedback to the teacher on the student's progress
Uses appropriate teaching aids
Implements teacher's lesson plans in small groups
Is able to learn new skills and knowledge
Knows appropriate policies and procedures
Professionalism:
Has the patience to hear the entire story
Is calm under pressure
Is timely with information
Is positive, reliable and trustworthy
Responds to all people equitably
Is proactive when handling all situations
Possesses the ability to handle all matters in a professional
and confidential manner
Interpersonal:
Is polite and nurturing
Is approachable
Is able to be a team member/player
Cares about people
Is available and ready to help
Treats people with respect
Acts as a mentor and a student advocate
Attempts to understand other’s perspectives
Relates well to others
Communication:
Understands how to be an active listener
Has effective oral and written skills
Is able to communicate well to manage conflict and deal
effectively with problem situations
Is tactful when handling situations and difficulties
with the least possible disruption
Organization:
Knows how to get things done, both in the classroom
and the school
Assists as needed to organize meetings and tasks
Anticipates needs of principals, teachers, parents and
students
Has the ability to get things done in a timely manner
Manages a broad range of activities
Problem Solving:
Can change routine to fit the needs of the situation
Can access and use resources effectively and efficiently
Is able to deal with ambiguity
Identifies new ways of doing things
Explores beyond the obvious when solving problems
Asks appropriate questions to zero in on situation
Is logical when discussing the pros and cons of situation
Quickly recognizes issues and their implications |
| HS diploma or GED and completion of one year (30 semester-hours)
of higher education study required; college degree with
nine credit-hours related to the specific assignment
preferred. One year’s experience working with
students in structured situations required. Other combinations
of applicable education, training, and experience which
provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary
to perform successfully in the position may be considered.
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| (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) Some positions require frequent bending, walking and
lifting. |
| (Frequent overtime
or night work required, etc.) None |
