Teacher Aide (Elementary)

Reports to: Principal

Employment Information: This is a full-time, FLSA-non-exempt, 10-month union position.

Summary:

The Teacher Aide supports teachers and students to maintain an effective and positive learning environment. The Teacher Aide will provide individualized or small-group support, tutoring, storytelling, preparing instructional materials, and performing other tasks that contribute to the delivery of the educational program. Teacher Aides work collaboratively with teachers, staff, and students to promote engagement, learning, and student success.

This role varies based on the age group of students:

Preschool: One aide per class, supporting play-based learning and daily classroom activities. Subbing for the teacher when needed.

Elementary: One aide per class who accompanies students to specials (e.g., art, PE), assists with transitions, and supports small-group or individual learning activities. Subbing for the teacher when needed.

Middle and High School: Aides are shared across multiple classes within a department, supporting teachers, subbing when needed across the entire department, and running small groups.

Transition: Provide individualized support to students working on career, life skills, and post-secondary goals. Assist with daily routines, community-based learning, experiential activities, and off-campus job-coaching opportunities. Serve as a substitute for teachers when required and support small-group instruction aligned with IEP goals.

Responsibilities:

• Assist teachers in implementing instructional plans and classroom activities.
• Support the preparation and use of instructional materials to maintain a positive and productive learning environment.
• Provide meaningful and interactive learning experiences for students under the direction of the teacher.
• Offer individualized or small-group support to students, promoting academic, social, and developmental growth.
• Substitute for teachers when needed, ensuring continuity of instruction and classroom management.
• Assist in supervising students during non-classroom activities, including transitions, field trips, lunch, and recess.
• Participate in team, cluster, and school-wide meetings to support instructional planning and monitor student progress.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to meet Paraeducator standards and enhance instructional support skills.
• Model and exhibit PSD’s core values Students 1st, Language, Respect, Communication, and Community Engagement in all interactions, decisions, and professional responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support student learning and the educational program.