Teachers Aide- Dothan City School

About the position

The Teachers Aide position at Dothan City Schools involves supporting teachers and students in a classroom setting, primarily as a substitute paraprofessional. This role is crucial for enhancing student learning and social skills, providing mentorship, and ensuring a safe and productive learning environment. Substitute paraprofessionals play a vital role in maintaining classroom management and assisting with educational programs, making a positive impact on students' lives.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom assistance to the district/school teacher, supporting the needs of general education or special needs students.
• Implement educational programs, activities, and services with students of varying ages.
• Support classroom management and learning environment.
• Reinforce learning concepts presented through lesson plans—individually or in small groups.
• Grade homework and tests using answer sheets or other methods employed by the school.
• Ensure adequate supervision of students and classroom environment to assure health, welfare, and safety of students.
• Maintain classroom control that fosters a safe, positive environment for all students and staff.
• Report student injury, accidents, illness, and discipline problems to Kelly supervisor and district/school personnel immediately.
• Supervise students in out-of-classroom settings as directed by authorized school district employees.
• Assist students in transition to and from classrooms, as needed.
• Understand, address, and be sensitive to the needs of each student.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow oral and written directions
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with school district staff
• Ability to positively relate to a younger generation of students
• Ability to withstand frequent walking, standing, stooping, and lifting up to 25 lbs.

Benefits

• Free online classroom management training
• Free ongoing professional development
• Paid orientation on district policies and procedures
• Weekly pay
• Kelly-sponsored Affordable Care Act healthcare coverage for eligible employees
• Group insurance options
• Ability to create a work schedule that works for you
• Ability to select preferred school locations