What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Aide General Education- Kindergarten position at Palo Alto Unified School District?
OVERVIEW
Under general direction, assist in preparing educational materials; may tutor or assist with instruction of individual students or groups of students under guidelines and supervision provided by Classroom Teacher.
QUALIFICATION
• A.A. degree or equivalent required; courses in Psychology, Child Growth and Development or a closely related field preferred
• Satisfactory work history
• Successful experience demonstrating tact, courtesy, positive attitude and maintaining cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work.
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
• Assist the Classroom Teacher in planning course of study and specific lesson plans
• May tutor individual students or groups of students under the guidance of the Classroom Teacher
• Supervise individual students or small groups of students in practice activities such as math and spelling drills
• Supervise students at assemblies and programs or during trips
• Auditory and visual monitoring of students both inside the classroom and during outside activities
• Assist students in reviewing homework assignments and test results
• Prepare instructional and visual aids including posters, charts and stencils
• Arrange for and operate audiovisual equipment
• Order textbooks and supplies and maintain an inventory of essential items
• May attend meetings relating to curriculum content or student-related problems
• Instruct and plan learning activities under the guidance of the Classroom Teacher
• Express oneself clearly, orally and in writing
• Supervise large groups of students
• Other duties as assigned
• With appropriate training, may be required to provide First Aid/CPR.
• Deal effectively with a wide variety of personalities and situations requiring tact, judgment and poise.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
• Thorough knowledge of instructional materials used at grade level, curriculum content, and objectives;
• Ability to assume a high level of responsibility and independent act
Salary : $28 - $35