Range: 17 Work Schedule: School Days Hours: Various DEFINITION: Under supervision, to perform a variety of instructional activities; to assist in the conduct of intensified learning experiences; to perform routine clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel; and to do other related work as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: • Assist instructional personnel with the presentation of learning materials • Tutor individual students and small groups of students to reinforce and follow up learning activities • Monitor and assist students in drill, practice and study activities as a follow-up to the presentation of instructional concepts by instructional personnel • Direct students into safe learning activities and functions, and assists in the shaping of appropriate social behaviors • Assist in the management of student behavior through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and techniques • Prepare and assist in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials and learning aids for use with individual or small groups of students • Maintain a variety of records and files • Operate and assist students in the operation of a variety of instructional media machines and equipment • May administer and score a variety of criterion referenced and general aptitude tests, and records and develops a profile of the test results • Requisition, distribute and maintain an appropriate inventory of textbooks, instructional materials, supplies and equipment • Administer routine first aid and requests assistance for non-routine injury or illness • Maintain or assist in maintaining an orderly, attractive and positive learning environment • Participate in parent conferences, as requested QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: • Basic concepts of child growth and development, and developmental behavior characteristics • Student behavior management strategies and techniques • Appropriate English usage, punctuation, spelling and grammar • Basic arithmetical concepts • Routine record management, storage and retrieval systems and procedures Ability to: • Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups • Communicate effectively in oral and written forms with children, parents and other staff, as required by the assignment • Perform routine clerical tasks and operate a variety of education and office related machines and equipment • Learn to utilized a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of a positive educational environment • Work independently • Supervise students • Understand and carry out oral and written directions • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, currently enrolled in college, preferably supplemented by training or coursework in child growth and development, instructional technology, or a closely related field. General background and experience (paid or voluntary) in successfully working with children in a learning situation for at least one (1) year.