Instructional Aide

Instructional Aide

Job Description

Position Title: Instructional Aide

Reports To: Director and/or designee

FLSA Status: Non\-Exempt

School Classification: Classified

Pay Range: Based on experience

Work Schedule: Varies

Location: Remote/On\-site Office

Position Summary: The Instructional Aide supports the staff by completing various duties outlined in this job description to support learning, planning, and functioning of Elite Academic Academy.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and three years applicable experience preferred
• State and federal fingerprint clearance (LiveScan) to work with students (Ed. Code 44237\). No prospective employee can report to work without this clearance being received and the Human Resources Manager notifying the immediate supervisor of this clearance.
• Proof of a clear TB Tine test dated within the last 60 days (Ed. Code 49406\) upon employment and thereafter updated every four years.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carry out tasks assigned by the admin/teacher.
• Assume responsibility for small learning groups of children.
• Assist in the maintenance/preparation of instructional materials.
• Assist in maintenance of student attendance and achievement.
• Assist with supervision of students.
• Assist with gathering documentation needed for compliance.
• Assist with tutoring.
• Assist with proctoring student assessments.

Other Duties

• Respond to all school related written correspondence, phone calls, voicemails, and emails within 24 business hours.
• Document and report to the school’s management all formal disciplinary actions involving students; supporting management with addressing and resolving complaints from students and parents in a timely manner; and ensuring compliance with the provisions of California Penal Code Section 11166 (Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Effective written and oral communication form.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Display sensitivity, tact and responsiveness in various situations and needs.
• Handle public contact and relations effectively.
• Plan short and long range activities.
• Analyze and resolve problems.
• Creative and able to work independently and coordinate with others.
• Maintain accurate and orderly records.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• Maintain high level of confidentiality.
• Handle feedback and constructive criticism.

Use of Computer Technology:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have general knowledge of database software, how to use the internet to find information and complete tasks, email usage, order processing systems, spreadsheet software, and word processing software. The employee is expected to acquire and maintain a working computer with an internet connection and a printer.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to demonstrate activities.
• Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Seeing to read a variety of materials.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Lifting objects up to 50 pounds.
• Close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office environment.
• Noise level is generally moderate.
• Work conducted in a public setting.
• Indoor in varying temperature.
• Employee must have available transportation and be able to drive up to 100 miles in a day.

Hazards:

• Contact with dissatisfied individuals