MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: ? Associate’s Degree; OR 48 completed units of college coursework; OR 70% or higher passing score on General Knowledge Test ? One year of paid or volunteer experience working with children ages 4 through 14 in an educational or child care setting, preferred. Camp and after-school programs will suffice. Knowledge of: ? Practical methods used in tutoring, motivating, and controlling students. ? English usage including grammar, vocabulary, and spelling. ? Basic arithmetic concepts and calculations. ? Simple record-keeping and filing. Ability to: ? Learn and apply the proper methods and procedures to be followed in a variety of instructional situations. ? Communicate effectively orally and in writing using correct grammar. ? Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, and co-workers. ? Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. ? Use English in both written and verbal form. ? Perform simple clerical tasks and operate standard office machines. ? Maintain confidentiality of pupil records and school reports. ? Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward students. ? Understand, interpret, and apply school rules, regulations, procedures and policies. ? Adhere to safety practices. ? Be attentive to detail. ? Implement established curriculum. ? Meet deadlines and schedules and work under time constraints. ? Motivate and work with students. Work Environment: The job functions are generally performed in an indoor environment requiring the following significant physical abilities: reaching, handling, feeling, sensory speaking, hearing, and visual.