Elementary Education Assistant

About the Employer

Job Summary

The Oak View General Education Associate provides flexible, building-wide support to students, teachers, administrators, and office staff in grades 7-8.

Student & Classroom Support

• Provide instructional and classroom support to teachers as directed.
• Assist individual students or small groups of students with classroom activities, assignments, practice, organization, and other teacher-directed learning activities.
• Reinforce academic skills and concepts under the direction of licensed instructional staff.
• Support students in developing positive work habits, organization, independence, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Assist students with transitions between classrooms, activities, lunch, transportation, and other school settings.
• Provide additional classroom support when staffing needs or student needs arise.
• Assist teachers with preparing instructional materials, organizing classroom resources, copying, filing, and other classroom-related tasks.
• Support substitute teachers and classrooms as assigned.
• Provide coverage for classrooms or student activities as directed by building administration and consistent with district procedures.

Student Supervision & Building Supports

• Supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, arrival and dismissal areas, assemblies, field trips, and other school settings.
• Monitor student behavior and interactions and reinforce school expectations and positive behavior.
• Assist students in resolving minor conflicts and problems using appropriate school-based strategies.
• Respond appropriately to student needs, concerns, and unexpected situations.
• Assist with maintaining a safe, orderly, and positive school environment.
• Support arrival and dismissal procedures, including student movement and supervision.
• Provide support during school-wide activities, special events, assemblies, and other building functions.
• Assist students who require additional adult support while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and encouraging independence.
• Follow established procedures for responding to emergencies, student injuries, behavioral concerns, and other safety situations.

Building-Wide Collaboration

• Collaborate with classroom teachers, special education staff, administrators, office personnel, counselors, nurses, and other support staff.
• Respond flexibly to changing building needs and priorities throughout the school day.
• Move between classrooms, grade levels, and building areas as needed.
• Assist where additional staff support is needed to maintain effective building operations.
• Communicate relevant student, safety, behavioral, or operational concerns to the appropriate staff member.
• Establish and maintain positive, respectful relationships with students and staff across the building.
• Serve as a positive adult role model for all students.
• Maintain a professional and supportive demeanor when working with students, families, and staff.
• Participate in professional development, training, meetings, and other activities as requested or required.
• Follow district policies, building procedures, safety practices, and directions provided by building administration.

Education & Related Work Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to successfully complete required district training and professional development.
• Ability to work effectively with elementary-age students.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with students, staff, families, and community members.
• Preferred: Previous experience in an educational, childcare, office, customer service, or related setting.
• Postsecondary coursework or training in education, child development, business administration, or a related field.
• Experience providing clerical or administrative support.

Technical Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge of basic instructional and classroom support practices appropriate for elementary-age students.
• Ability to work effectively with students of varying academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and developmental needs.
• Ability to establish positive relationships with students while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
• Ability to provide effective student supervision and reinforce school expectations.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, flexible, and professional in a fast-paced school environment.
• Ability to transition effectively between classroom, student supervision, and office responsibilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and adjust priorities based on changing building needs.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively, respectfully, and professionally with students, staff, families, and visitors.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive student or district information.
• Ability to perform routine clerical tasks, including filing, copying, scanning, data entry, and document preparation.
• Ability to utilize district-approved technology, computer applications, communication systems, and office equipment.
• Ability to recognize situations requiring assistance from a teacher, administrator, nurse, counselor, or other appropriate professional.
• Ability to respond appropriately to emergency and crisis situations.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and identify ways to assist students, staff, and building operations without constant direction.
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism, dependability, flexibility, initiative, and a commitment to supporting the success of all students.

Compensation

Starting hourly rate: $16.75