Student Assistant Team Member

JobID: 577

Position Type:
Support Staff/Student Assistant Team

Date Posted:
8/24/2026

Location:
Elementary

Position Title:

Student Assistant Team Member

Position Summary:

To support students and teachers in an instructional classroom setting.

Reports To:

School Principal & Assigned Classroom Teacher

Work Schedule:

Nine-month agreement; Monday through Friday during designated school hours on days when students are in session.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist teachers in the delivery of instructional activities in whole group, small group, and one-on-one settings.
• Provide individualized support to students to reinforce learning concepts and skills introduced by the classroom teacher.
• Adapt instructional materials as directed to meet student needs.
• Monitor and supervise students in classrooms, hallways, cafeterias, playgrounds, and during school-related activities.
• Encourage appropriate student behavior through positive reinforcement and adherence to school rules. .
• Assist in maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with implementing accommodations and modifications as outlined in Individualize Education Programs (IEPs).
• Participate in professional development and training sessions as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by classroom teacher or school Principal.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Basic principles of child development and learning styles.
• School rules, regulations, procedures, and safety practices.
• Basic computer applications.

Skills in:

• Provide academic, social, and behavioral support to students.
• Following and reinforcing teacher-directed instruction.
• Using instructional technology and equipment to support learning.
• Effective communication, both verbal and written, with students, staff, and parents.

Ability to:

• Work patiently, positively, and respectfully with children of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Supervise groups of students in both structured and unstructured settings.
• Remain calm and use sound judgement in stressful situations.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Adapt to changing student needs, classroom dynamics, and assignments.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with teachers, administrators, staff, and parents.
• Model appropriate behavior and serve as a positive role model for students.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed primarily in the classroom environment.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching.
• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling (25-50 lbs.).
• Ability to sit on the floor, kneel, or move quickly to support students in classroom and playground activities.
• Exposure to typical childhood illnesses and minor injuries in a school environment.
• Requires regular attendance, punctuality, and the ability to work flexible assignments as directed.

Qualifications & Skills:

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Associates degree or 48-hours of college credit (preferred)

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt