JOB Description

 

Purpose Statement:

The job of Pre-Kindergarten Assistant is done for the purpose/s of assisting assigned teaching personnel in the supervision and instruction of students and performing classroom and school tasks in support of the instructional process.

This job reports to the Principal.

 

Essential Functions

• Administers tests, homework assignments, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teacher in the instructional process for the assigned students.
• Assists assigned students with lesson assignments and/or activities for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.
• Guides students in independent study (e.g. enrichment work, remedial work, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring student‘s success.
• Implements, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instructional programs and lesson plans for the purpose of assisting the teacher in improving the assigned students' academic success through a defined course of study.
• Instructs students for the purpose of improving their success in academic, interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
• Meets expectations set for all personnel (e.g. school schedule, dress code, performance) for the purpose of maintaining safe and efficient school operations within District guidelines and policies.
• Monitors assigned student(s) according to predefined schedule in classroom, field trips, and related arts for the purpose of ensuring a safe and positive learning environment.
• Performs record keeping and clerical functions relating to the assigned student (e.g. scheduling, copying, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the assigned classroom teacher.

 

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

 

 

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform simple, non-technical tasks using existing skills.  Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: skill in applying accepted instructional methods/techniques under the direction of the assigned classroom teacher and supervising and monitoring student behavior and performance.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math; read and follow instructions; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: age appropriate activities, concepts of grammar and punctuation, safety practices and procedures and stages of child development.

ABILITY is required to perform scheduled activities; gather and/or collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with data utilizing specific, defined processes and operate equipment using defined methods.  Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. In working with others, some problem solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited.

Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups, establishing effective relationship while maintaining confidentiality, working as part of a team with frequent interruptions, following prescribed instructions to support the instructional program for students, and contributing positively to the overall effectiveness of the classroom and school environment.

 

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working with immediate supervision; providing information and/or advising others;  managing activities for students; following instructions from the teacher; and operating within a defined budget. 

 

 

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.  Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 45% walking, and 45% standing.   The job is performed under minimal temperature variations.

Experience	Job related experience is desired.
Education	High School diploma or equivalent.
Required Testing				Certificates & Licenses
Pre-employment TB Test				Highly Qualified status as a Paraprofessional necessary
				for Instructional Assistant positions assigned to Title I schools
Continuing Educ./Training				Clearances
None Specified				Satisfactory SLED (SC Law Enforcement Division)
				report; outstanding references from current and former
				employers

 

FLSA Status                                                       Salary Grade

Non Exempt                                                       Support 7