Classroom AssistantAssists with duties assigned by the classroom teacher to enhance the learning of all students.$ 17.94 per hour$ 18.69 per hour if MO teacher certified30 hours per week, 6 hours per day.Schedule: (enter time here).Start date: (enter start date here)Any current support staff employee eligible to transfer must submit a TRANSFER application to this posting before the internal closing date to be considered.Status: School Term Position, 6 hours per dayFLSA Status: Exempt - x - Non-ExemptReports To: Building PrincipalHuman Resources: x - Approved - Not ApprovedEssential Functions:Accept direction from classroom teacherAssist at times with additional responsibilities and assignments as needed by the teacher or principalAssist in the development of learning packets and other instructional aidsAssist teacher with carrying out his/her responsibilities by setting up demonstrations, copying instructional materials and checking progress in class assignmentsAssist the teacher in specific routine activities such as drills, reinforcement, grading objective tests and papers, developing verbal and listening communication skills, and demonstrating helping, guiding, and interest-building exercisesAssist the teacher in the overall supervision, control, and management of the classroomAssist with field tripsHelp collect resources for use in the classroomReview teacher's lesson plans and understands the classroom assistant's role in assisting the teacher implement the lesson plansUnder direction of administration will supervise students during lunch and recess time as assignedUnder direction of the classroom teacher, learns techniques for implementing curriculumUnder the direction of the teacher, assists with independent, tutorial, and small study groupsWork directly with teachers to carry out specific tasks related to student's needsEssential Skills and Abilities:Ability to interact effectively with staff and parentsAbility to move within building, classrooms, and playgroundsAbility to relate and communicate to students regardless of their needsAbility to safely supervise children in all areas of the building, inside and outsideAbility to understand limited role of classroom assistant with respect to teacher responsibilitiesProficient with computer using MS Office and Google programs, printer, fax, and phoneBasic Requirements:Minimum of sixty (60) semester hours from an accredited college/university or Missouri substitute certificateFriendly, helpful attitude in working with students and staffPositive, caring manner with childrenEquipment Used:Standard office equipmentWork Environment:While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, walk, stand, and reach