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Substitute Instructional Aide - Preschool

Weaver Union School District
Merced, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/1/2025
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist in providing care, supervision and learning activities to preschool age children in a classroom environment; assist with planning and implementing a variety of activities to meet the needs and interests of children; assist in the preparation of instructional materials and provide routine clerical support.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist in providing care, supervision and learning activities to preschool-age children in a classroom environment.

  • Provide children with proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance.

  • Assist an assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson plans.

  • Assist children with projects and assignments; read books to students as assigned; assist children with letter and word pronunciation and recognition.

  •  Perform a variety of clerical duties such as preparing, typing and duplicating instructional materials.

  • Take and record attendance as required.

  • Provide classroom support to the teacher by setting up work areas and displays as assigned; distribute and collect paper and supplies.

  • Observe and control behavior of children in the classroom according to approved procedures.

  • Monitor children during outdoor activities as directed.

  • Assist in the assessment of student skills and progress; report progress regarding student performance and behavior.

  • Assure the health and safety of children by following health and safety practices and procedures.

  • Maintain a learning environment in a safe, orderly and clean manner.

  • Sanitize and clean toys, tables and other classroom areas as needed. 

  • Monitor and interact with children during games, play, outings, snack and other recreational activities.

  • Maintain daily records related to students' observations. 

  • Communicate with students in English and a designated second language to facilitate the learning process as assigned by the position.

  • Provide oral and written translation between teachers, parents, staff and others as required; translate notes, letters and other materials as needed.

  • Operate standard classroom and office equipment including a copier and computer as assigned.

  • Attend and participate in meetings, in-services and parent conferences as directed. 

  • Assist with monitoring inventory levels of classroom supplies; assist in ordering, receiving and maintaining appropriate inventory levels of supplies as assigned. 

  • Perform related duties as assigned.

 

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge Of:

  • Basic principles and practices of early childhood development.

  • Child guidance principles and practices.

  • Classroom procedures and appropriate child conduct.

  • Basic instructional methods and techniques.

  • Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.

  • Basic subjects taught in District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.

  • Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

  • Operation of standard office and classroom equipment.

  • Oral and written communication skills.

  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

  • Basic record-keeping techniques.


Ability To:

  • Assist in providing care, supervision and learning activities to preschool-age children in a classroom environment.

  • Assist with planning and implementing a variety of activities to meet the needs and interests of children.

  • Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and provide routine clerical support.

  • Sanitize and clean toys, tables and other classroom areas as needed.

  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

  • Monitor, observe and report child behavior and progress according to approved policies and procedures.

  • Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

  • Observe health and safety regulations.

  • Maintain student records and files.

  • Operate standard office and classroom equipment.


Required Job Functions

  • See and read a computer screen and printed matter with or without vision aids.

  • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office and classroom equipment.

  • Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students.

  • Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.

  • Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling heavy objects up to 150 pounds occasionally, 60 pounds frequently, and 20 pounds constantly.

 

Work Conditions

Employees in this position will be required to work indoors in a classroom environment and/or outdoors consisting of tables, chairs, orthopedic devices and playground equipment; come in direct contact with students, parents, district staff and the public.

Required documents to be submitted: Transcripts showing completion of at least 6 college semester units in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or equivalent. District prefers 12 college semester units in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or equivalent. Verification of any degrees / certificates earned Preferred documents to be submitted: Resume Letters of Recommendation

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