Instructional Aide Job Description

Job Title: Instructional Aide

Reports To: Assigned Teacher

Summary Assists in supervising classroom, playground, and community activities of students; present instructional material under the teacher’s direction to individual students or small groups; relieve teacher of routine clerical duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Presents, adapts and monitors instructional material to meet the individual student or small groups’ needs in conjunction with the teacher’s plan for the purpose of monitoring students’ work.

Assists with clerical tasks (e.g. simple computer application, typing, duplicating, filing, recording attendance) for the purpose of assisting staff in the completion of their work activities.

Supervises students at play, during emergency drills, and on field trips for the purpose of ensuring student safety.

Transports students, assisting them into and out of motor vehicles for the purpose of ensuring student safety.

Maintains routine records for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.

Attends meetings (e.g. staff, parent/teacher) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.

Reports or corrects unsafe conditions for the purpose of ensuring a safe environment. 

Collects and safeguards lunch monies for the purpose of providing written support for expenditure of student funds.

Performs a variety of housekeeping duties such as laundry and general cleanup for the purpose of maintaining health and safety of the students.

Assists with personal hygiene, feeding of students, and handling of biohazards for the purpose of ensuring the health and safety of students and staff. 

Provides an example to students in communication, self-control, and cooperation for the purpose of ensuring a positive learning environment. 

Observes activities of students and independently follows through with behavior management programs for the purpose of assisting the teacher in maintaining order. 

Prepares instructional materials and operates audio-visual equipment under teacher’s supervision.

Education and/or Experience                                                                                            

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 3-6 months related experience and/or training; AA degree or 60 semester units of successful college coursework or equivalent to two years in an accredited college or University. Passing score on the CBEST is preferred.

Checks, Clearances & Certifications

Must have a Criminal Justice fingerprint clearance and background check; TB clearance. CPR/First Aid Certification is highly encouraged.