JOB TITLE: TITLE I AIDE

DEPARTMENT: School/Federal Programs and School Improvement

REPORTS TO: Principal/Title I Teacher

FLSA STATUS/CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt; Level 3

SUPERVISORY DUTIES: none

APPROVED ON: 02/14/2023

SUMMARY:  Assists Title I teachers in providing a well-organized Intervention program to students 

who are in need of supplemental instruction in reading and or math.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists teachers in providing an effective learning environment
• Prepares instructional materials as requested by the teacher
• Collects Title I reporting data 
• Maintains vigilance to signs of child abuse or neglect
• Participates in professional growth activities 
• Provides positive reinforcement for students
• Assists with evaluating and testing students individually on a weekly basis or when requested
• Handles routine clerical work as assigned 
• Supervises students outside of the classroom where requested
• Assists the teacher during instruction and evaluation of student work
• Works with small groups or one-on-one with students to help ensure understanding of the lesson and reinforce material introduced by the teacher
• Assist teacher with administrative and/or non-instructional activities
• Provides small group instruction autonomously with general guidance from Title I Teachers
• Manages student behavior while instructing 
• Participates in weekly  rotation schedule 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to operate standard classroom related learning tools and equipment and specialized learning platforms
• Ability to work with school age children
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Produce accurate work and complete assignments with minimal supervision
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations
• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community members
• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies
• Ability to handle confrontation and conflict without an emotional response

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS: 

Education & Experience: 

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must have completed at least 2 years of college study, hold an associate’s degree or higher, or passed the paraprofessional assessments in reading, writing, and mathematics
• Previous classroom instruction experience preferred
• Any equivalent combination of training, education and experience that meets minimum requirements
• IVP Fingerprint clearance card

Computer Proficiency:  Demonstrated general proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and Google Suite.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stand and walk. The employee may be required to move ten pounds and could occasionally lift or move up to twenty-five pounds.   

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor office environment.This position regularly works indoors. The noise level in the work environment is generally quiet to moderate and may become excessively noisy at times. Will have contact with employees, external agencies and the public.

Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities identified in this position description are illustrative only and are in no way intended to be a complete list of activities that may be required of an incumbent. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.