Instructional Aide - Garden Grove, United States - Garden Grove Unified School District

Garden Grove Unified School District

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Garden Grove, United States

1 week ago

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Description

Persons in these positions work 3 hours per day (Monday - Friday) during school session, in Kindergarten to 12th grade classrooms. Under the general supervision of a certificated teacher or administrator, instructional aides support student instruction individually or in small groups at the elementary or secondary school level. They may be assigned to classrooms, reading labs, or special study centers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Supports student instruction and assessment by working with students individually or in small groups, as directed by the teacher.
Implements and modifies curriculum such as learning materials and activities, as directed by the teacher.
Uses positive reinforcement strategies and other techniques to assist students in development of appropriate behavior.
Follows teacher's lesson plans to reinforce lessons presented by teacher.
Implements alternative methods for presenting instruction to students, as directed by the teacher.
Confers with teacher regarding programs and materials to meet student needs.
Provides feedback to teacher on students' progress.
Assists teacher in scoring tests, recording grades, and charting student progress.
Assists teacher in setting up experiments, displays, exhibits; operates audiovisual and other educational training equipment and aids; and distributes and collects educational materials, papers, and supplies.
Implements standards set by the teacher of appropriate student behaviors for the purpose of achieving effective participation in activities; providing a safe and optimal learning environment.
Assists in monitoring student progress and behavior in the classroom, lunchroom, and playground activities; as well as other special educational activities, as assigned.
May duplicate educational materials on a sporadic basis, within categorical funding guidelines.
May accompany students on field trips.
Operates classroom equipment including audio/visual devices and various forms of classroom technology.
Attends trainings and meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions and receiving updated current information on best practices.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Basic methods used in instruction.
Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation, as well as reading and mathematics.
Student behavior management strategies and techniques.
Health and safety regulations as related to the position.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
Oral and written communication skills

Ability to:

Assist a certificated teacher or administrator in instructing students in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Communicate effectively in the English language, both in oral and written form.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.
Implement learning activities for students.
Adapt basic teaching techniques and methods to support the teacher.
Maintain a healthy and safe environment.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Monitor and assist students.
Demonstrate an understanding, patient, warm and receptive attitude toward students.
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.

SPECIAL NOTE:
Some positions require verbal fluency in a language other than English.

SELECTION PROCEDURES:

Non-Discrimination Statement:

Garden Grove Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, immigration and citizenship status, military status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Copies of GGUSD's policies including Uniform Complaint Procedures, Sexual Harassment Nondiscrimination, Title IX Rights and Protection, and Statewide Resources are available upon request.