Job Description
Job Qualifications From Yates County Civil Service DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves responsibility for relieving school teachers of that part of their duties, which while related to the teaching process, can be performed by non-professional personnel. The duties and responsibilities may vary at different grade levels. The work is performed under the general supervision of the School Principal or a member of the teaching staff. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES : (Illustrative Only) Assists Teachers in the correction of test papers, recording of grades, maintaining files and preparing statistical reports; Occasionally oversees class when Teacher is out of room; Assists Teachers with study hall, corridor, lunchroom and other monitorial duties; Assists students in operating computers and other electronic equipment; Assists Teachers and students in the operation of mechanical and technical equipment; Under supervision of a Teacher, assists disabled students to master basic skills and obtain knowledge in prescribed subjects; Fills out, copies, types or dittos forms, reports and stencils from various rough drafts; Assists in routine classroom housekeeping chores; Organizes and participates in group games and related activities; Assists Teachers and students in selecting supplementary materials from the library; May be assigned to assists disabled students take notes, gather books, etc.; May correct standardized and objective tests. Performs other duties as assigned. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Ability to establish good relationships with students, teachers and co-workers; Ability to communicate effectively; Ability to establish and maintain discipline; Good general intelligence; Familiarity with classroom routine; Tact; Courtesy; Dependability; Good judgment; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma. Civil Service Title: Teacher Aide Job Number: 2425STeachAide