Educational Assistant GE Kindergarten Posting 264

at  Los Alamos Public Schools

SUMMARY

Under general supervision to provide responsible assistance in the preparation of materials for educational instructors; to set up materials and demonstrations for classroom lectures; to provide assistance to, and tutor, students in an assigned area; to perform clerical duties for assigned instructor; and to perform a variety of tasks relative to the assigned area of responsibility.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES

Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
Experience: One year instructional support experience.
License or Certificate: Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license. Possession of, or ability to obtain, mandated Educational Assistant license and Substitute Teacher license as may be required by the District or State of New Mexico.

• Provide assistance in the preparation of materials for educational instructors; set up demonstrations, materials, and equipment for classroom lectures; promote a positive learning environment.
• Provide tutoring and other assistance to students in a variety of areas; interpret and explain detailed instructions; monitor student progress and report to instructors.
• Assist the teacher in evaluating students; assist in preparing teaching materials and learning activities, as directed; proofread and mark student papers; provide updates on student progress.
• Review student assignments, correct homework; as directed, administer tests to students to complete lesson plans.
• Oversee classroom activities in the absence of an instructor and during recess, lunch and other special events; assist in maintaining classroom and school disciplinary procedures.
• Perform record keeping activities; take attendance and maintain attendance records; fill out forms and applications as required.
• Respond to various questions and inquiries from students and parents on routine issues; refer students to instructors for complex questions and issues.
• Design, implement and maintain instructional and informational materials; tutor students in the creation of project materials and reports.
• Perform a variety of clerical tasks supporting assigned instructor; take roll call and keep student attendance records; duplicate materials; assemble notebooks and handouts; return reviewed homework assignments, reports and tests to students.
• Perform custodial duties in the classroom to maintain a clean and safe environment; clean desks, tables and chairs; set up and assemble materials for projects.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer, copier, fax or other equipment.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures established for work area.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required