Educational Assistant, Maryknoll School

MARYKNOLL SCHOOL

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION NAME: Educational Assistant DEPARTMENT/GRADE LEVEL: Elementary Division

REPORTS TO: Elementary Division Head EFFECTIVE DATE: 08-01-22

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The educational assistant collaborates in the effective operation of a Catholic education program by supporting the goals and spirit of Catholic education in general and the school programs in particular; ensuring an effective instructional program; continuing in professional growth; encouraging student educational growth.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: (The essential functions/major responsibilities listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position. Duties and responsibilities are also subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)

An educational assistant is expected to have competencies in the following major areas:

I. COMMUNITY OF FAITH

A. Supports and implements the mission/philosophy of Catholic education and the school

B. Gives evidence of lived Gospel values

C. Participates in building faith community

II. INSTRUCTIONAL PROCESS

A. Demonstrates evidence of prior planning and preparation

B. Presents classes clearly and effectively

C. Evaluates student progress effectively

D. Adjusts curriculum and instruction to provide for individual differences

E. Demonstrates ability to motivate students

F. Maintains an atmosphere conducive to learning in both the physical environment and the learning atmosphere

G. Knows and uses technology appropriately in and during instruction

H. Demonstrates an understanding in delivering the curriculum using the Rigor, Relevance and Relationship Framework.

III. INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS

A. Works cooperatively with administration

B. Works positively with colleagues, support staff, and parish staff

C. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations with students

D. Maintains positive interpersonal relations with parents

IV. PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Support the lead teacher during lessons with individual students or small groups of students

B. Attend specialist classes and help as needed, including behavior monitoring

C. Support the lead teacher in preparing materials for upcoming lessons

D. Support the lead teacher in daily cleaning and straightening up the classroom environment

E. Provide various supervision duties as requested by administration (driveway, recess supervision, etc.)

V. PROFESSIONAL GROWTH

A. Interacts with colleagues to further professional growth

B. Takes advantage of opportunities for professional improvement

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

B.Ed or equivalent experience with early childhood education preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, talk, reach, sit, hear, handle, and perform repetitive motions of the hands/wrists. Educational Assistants must be able to stand and/or sit for extended periods. May need to climb stairs and lift, carry, push and/or pull items up to 50 pounds. Must be able to respond effectively to and lead the class in emergency situations.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is usually performed in a classroom setting within the time frame established by the division head. Employee is occasionally required to attend evening meetings and may oversee field trips and other special events.

SUPERVISION

Exercises working supervision over students and volunteers, as necessary.