PRIMARY PURPOSE:
Kindergarten Educational Assistants will work five hours per day supporting Kindergarten students. Kindergarten EAs will support various academic and social-emotional needs.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports directly to the Building Principal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support small group instruction
Support social emotional needs of students
Support 1:1 assessment of students
Support recess and positive behavioral support
Support student monitoring in cafeteria
Provide academic support to IEP students
Provide support for progress monitoring and data collection
Support with arrival and dismissal of kindergarten students
Support teacher with daily tasks that improve parent communication
Support teacher in collecting student data
Maintaining strict confidentiality with respect to information concerning students
Accompanying students on community field trips

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Experience working with elementary age students.

COGNITIVE/COMMUNICATION ABILITIES:

Ability to read, write, and interpret for meaning/purpose
Ability to use correct grammar, sentence structure, and spelling
Ability to compose clear, concise sentences and paragraphs
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to follow written and verbal directions
Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
Proficiency in the use of technology (including various computer software programs) and be able to operate a variety of office equipment
Must be cooperative, congenial, service- oriented, and work well with others as a team

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Frequently required to handle equipment necessary for the job
Lift/Carry up to 15 pounds
Have the ability to work and interact closely with Kindergarten students

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Moderate noise exposure
Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Current Act 34, Act 114 and Act 151 clearances
School Health Form (including physical and TB test)
PDE Form 6004 and Act 168 disclosure forms