Instructional Aide

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma and passage of Kern High School District proficiency test

Demonstrated knowledge of, and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing and mathematics or reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.

Experience and desire to work with children and ability to command the respect of children

Skill and accuracy in oral and written expression and ability and willingness to understand and follow directions

Ability to work with adults and children and to respect confidential matters

Audio-visual and teacher aide education courses desirable

Certification of completion of full 20 hour ProAct Crisis Intervention Training within the first 120 days of employment and maintain current certification

Bilingual ability may be required, depending on assignment

REPORTS TO: Administrator as assignedJOB GOAL: To provide well-organized, smoothly functioning classenvironment in which students can take full advantage of instructional programand available resource materialsPERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assigned to work with classroom teachers, special teachers, counselors or other personnel

Assists in development of desirable social skills and habits, morals and mental and physical health for all pupils

Assists with checking, care, preparation and arrangement of instructional materials and equipment

Assists with enrollment procedures, cafeteria count, attendance verifications and other classroom routines and activities

Assists with yard duty, first aid and physical education periods

Helps with recordkeeping, filing, checking and works with small groups of children under direction of the teacher or other certificated staff

Assists classroom teacher with handicapped children to and from buses, with wraps and specia equipment

Assists in lifting, moving, and positioning students as necessary to render various forms of personal care which may include, but are limited to, feeding, dressing, grooming, toileting, diapering, therapy and specialized health care procedures; assists students in use of wheelchairs braces or orthopedic equipment; may be required to use mechanical lifting or other equipment

Prepares laundry and makes beds; prepares and assists children during lunch and snack period; checks and maintains lavatories

Assists with ProAct Crisis Intervention as needed

Maintains confidentiality of student records in accordance with District and legal requirements

Performs other related duties as assigned

Benefits

At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare Staffing

Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed. Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.