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Wichita Public Schools - USD259 · 9 hours ago

Temporary Aide - Education Co-op Student (2024-2025 School Year)

Wichita, KS

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$15/hr - $15/hr

Wichita Public Schools - USD259 is seeking a Temporary Aide (Co-op) to support classroom teachers in delivering educational programs. The role involves assisting students with lessons, monitoring performance, and fostering a positive learning environment.

Primary/Secondary Education

Responsibilities

Will spend a large portion of their time in the classroom or instructional settings

Assist students with lessons or tutor individual students under direct supervision of the classroom teacher

Genuinely committed to helping children learn - assist students and reinforce concepts for individuals or small groups

Work with teachers to modify activities to meet individual student’s needs

Assist teachers in monitoring, collecting data, and maintaining records regarding student performance and progress

Assist in the maintenance of learning areas and/or learning centers and instructional materials and use appropriate educational technology and resources

Display patience and understanding while managing children

Ability to work in demanding situations and still maintain a sense of order

Understand and be sensitive to the obstacles facing the children under supervision. Teach self-help, problem solving and/or coping skills

Recognize individual learning styles and become knowledgeable of the characteristics of learners you serve (e.g., cultural background, language proficiency, mobility and family dynamics)

Challenge students to fulfill their potential

Document parent contacts and inform appropriate personnel. Many contacts are required for students’ supplemental services

Be an active part of an educational team within the students you serve

Knowledge of various philosophies and theories of education

Knowledge and skills in working within a multidisciplinary context

Assists with additional duties as assigned by Supervisor

Be able to work in various weather conditions

Be able to react immediately to an emergency situation for the safety and welfare of the students and staff, which may include the use of physical restraint technique

Be able to walk long distances, stand for long periods, bend, twist, balance, stoop, climb steps and reach overhead

Possess the manual dexterity, physical ability and stamina for a full day of physical activity

Be able to see and hear well

Additional demands upon request of Supervisor

Maintain high level of confidentiality of information regarding students and staff information and issues

Model appropriate behavior for students

Develop and maintain a professional rapport with classroom teacher and other staff

Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of students, staff, and parents

Communicate with students, parents, instructional and support staff by letter, phone, e-mail, fax or personal contact as directed by the administrator or classroom teacher

Observe and chart student behavior and assist in discipline of student as instructed by the teacher

Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and organize

Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness

Assist with grading, marking papers and checking homework

Attend and participate in staff meetings, PLCs and parent conferences as required

Assist students to and from buses and assisting the drivers until departure time

Assist in the transportation of students

Assist in caring for student’s medical needs when under the direct supervision of the school nurse or other appropriate professional

Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality

Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance

Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them

Qualification

Education degreeClassroom supportEducational technologyCommunication skillsFlexibility

Required

HS Diploma or GED required

Must be a student enrolled in a university pursuing a degree in Education

Company

Wichita Public Schools - USD259

Wichita Public Schools is committed to preparing all students to achieve college, career and life readiness through an innovative and rigorous educational experience.

Founded in 1870