Job Title: Instructional Aide, Regular Reports to: Site Principal/Program Manager Primary Functions: Under general direction of the teacher, perform work in providing various specialized instructional support services to students, help to interpret the school program for the community and provide community feedback to the classroom experience. Performance Responsibilities • Perform instructional related activities such as the presentation of lessons for students. • Correct tests and homework • Prepare instructional materials and lessons for general and special needs • Organize and teach small learning centers • Assist the teacher in specialized demonstrations • Assist students in using instructional materials and equipment • Perform clerical activities such as maintaining and organizing student records, classroom materials • Prepare student work areas • Assist in playground and cafeteria supervision of students at school site • Perform all other duties as assigned Desirable Qualifications Knowledge of: Basic classroom procedures; computer functions and applications; English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; CPR and First Aid. Abilities: Understand and follow oral and written directions; communicate effectively both in oral and written form; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relations with children and adults. ADA Requirement: Must have the ability to sit, stand, walk, lift objects weighing approximately 10 lbs. (i.e. paperwork, files), push, pull, drag, and grasp objects. Experience: Previous experience in a classroom setting is desired Education: Equivalent to the completion of twelfth grade. Must be able to pass standard proficiency test of basic knowledge. JDINSAID.REG Adopted May 29, 2002