Extended Student Services Aide Boulder Oaks Elementary School ()

Definition: Under the general supervision of the site principal and the Extended Student Services (ESS) Coordinator supervises the activities of elementary school aged children enrolled in an extended student services (before and after school care) program.

Examples of Duties: Assists instructional personnel with the development and presentation of learning materials and instructional exercises. Selects and directs childrens activities. Supervises classroom playground and study trip activities. Reads to students explains words and meanings rephrases materials and provides similar learning examples. Assists in the development of a variety of instructional in the management and shaping of student behavior through the use of positive reinforcement strategies. Maintains discipline. Assists in yard duty assignments. Assists in maintaining a neat orderly and attractive learning environment. Arranges equipment for instructional activities and operates audio-visual equipment. Attends inservice training as required. Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Guide:
Knowledge of English usage punctuation spelling and grammar; general concepts of child growth and development and child behavior characteristics; routine record keeping; basic arithmetical concepts; public education goals and objectives; basic first aid and CPR.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with students. Learn and utilize standard teaching aids and office machines. Perform routine clerical work and light typing. Learn and utilize basic methods and procedures to be followed in instructional settings. Demonstrate an understanding patient warm and receptive attitude toward children. Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Maintain cooperative working relationships with staff students parents and the general public.

Training and Experience:
One year of paid or volunteer experience working with children in an educational or child care setting is highly desirable; equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade preferably supplemented by courses in child care supervision psychology or guidance and training in early childhood education; or any combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities.