TEACHER AIDE DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This non-instructional position involves the supervision of a special education student, the performance of classroom duties to assist a teacher in accomplishing classroom objectives, as well as performing other duties, which while related to the teaching process, can be performed by non-professional personnel.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
•Performs a variety of non-instructional duties in the school building
•Supervises and provides support for students as directed by certified personnel
•Under supervision, an employee in this class performs responsible work in the supervision of students requiring the exercise of good judgment and the ability to get along well with children, youths, and/or young adults
•Work requires the employee to be able to handle students in a courteous but firm manner
•Additional duties may include setting up delivery of supplies and other non-student related tasks
•Managing records, materials and equipment
•Attending to the physical needs of children
•Supervising students and performing such other services as support teaching duties when such services are determined and supervised by teacher
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good general intelligence; ability to establish good relationships with children and others; familiarity with classroom routine; good background or knowledge in specific field where specialized duties are involved, indirectly related to teaching process; neat personal appearance; ability to maintain discipline; tact; courtesy; good judgment; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
(A) Graduation from High School or possession of an equivalency diploma; or
(B) Two (2) years of experience working with children
This is a non-competitive civil service position.
The Monticello Central School District is in Sullivan County, NY, and is centrally located between New York City, Albany, and the Pocono Mountain region. This provides a rare combination to live in a rural setting and still be close to major metropolitan areas for recreation and work. Monticello is the largest of the eight county school districts with multicultural enrollment of approximately 2,700 students.
The Monticello Central School District hereby advises students, parents, employees, and the general public that it offers employment and educational opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, or handicap. Present staff members who are interested in applying for the above positions should submit a written statement indicating the position they are applying for outlining past experience in a similar position and summarizing qualifications for the position. If additional records or other materials are needed, these will be requested after receipt of the initial written submission. EOE