Teacher Aide - Special Education at Tracy Learning Center

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under general supervision of an assigned master teacher the Learning Guide/Teacher Aide will serve as an assistant to teachers by aiding in the supervision and training of students and assisting in the preparation and assembling of teaching materials. The Learning Guide/Teacher Aide will work 214 days per school year with a half hour (30 minutes) lunch (non-paid) and two paid 15 minute breaks. One break in the morning and one in the afternoon. These breaks will be worked out according to individual schedules. Essential Functions: 1. Regularly performs tasks requiring the exercise of unique skills with minimal teacher supervision. 2. May possess expertise or knowledge, which permits exercise of personal initiative. 3. Assists teachers with the supervision and training of students in a unique instructional environment such as a demonstration center. 4. Performs liaison duties for staff, parents, and students. 5. Prepares instructional materials. 6. Assists with various class projects. 7. Assists teachers in running instructional programs. 8. Prepares graphic and written teaching materials. 9. Operates audiovisual equipment, duplicating equipment, computers 10. Grades papers and tests. 11. Maintains records and designated files. 12. Prepares a wide variety of materials including correspondence, memos, reports and notices, which may require data entry. 13. Orders and distributes supplies. 14. May supervise and help evaluate assigned personnel. 15. Helps individual students with specific problems. 16. Maintains regular and prompt attendance in the workplace. 17. Performs other related duties as assigned. Education and Experience: Ability to carry out oral and written directions, read, writes and speaks at a level sufficient to fulfill the duties to be performed. High school diploma or equivalent required. Some college experience, or equivalent certificate, or equivalent experience in an appropriate discipline preferred.

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications