Supervisory Second Grade ECCAT, 200 days

JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

Job Description

Position:Supervisory Third Grade Early Childhood Classroom Assistant Teacher

Posting

Information:M-F , Hours: 8:30AM-4:00PM

Immediate

Supervisor:Principal

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Employment

Term:200 days annually, pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8

Salary:Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8a, in accordance with Jefferson County School's Salary Scale, Pay Grade F/G commensurate with experience and education level

Evaluation:Performance in this position will be evaluated annually by the immediate supervisor and in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5314, and Jefferson County School's Evaluation Policy for Service Personnel

Job Summary:The ECCAT assists the teacher(s) in a variety of ways to implement instructional programs including working directly with children in small groups or on a one-to-one basis; to establish effective rapport with students assigned to either a Pre-K, Kindergarten, First, Second, or Third Grade classroom; to motivate students to develop attitudes and knowledge needed to provide an educational foundation, in accordance with each pupils ability. An ECCAT must have the skills and abilities to support the classroom teacher in engaging students appropriately and successfully and job performance contributing to improvements in academic achievements and social skills.

ECCAT I considered a temporary certification for someone working on the completion of the ECCAT required courses. An ECCAT II is considered a permanent certification, someone who has completed the required courses. An ECCAT III is the certification for someone who has completed the ECCAT rrequired course and holds a Parasprofessional certification.

Specialized

Skills: Jefferson County Schools is bound by statute to recommend the most qualified applicants for position vacancies. In order to determine those qualifications as set forth by the West Virginia Code, we require all applicants to fill out an application, which includes 3 supervisory references, and, in many instances, participate in interviews. Failure to provide references, negative references, and failing to participate in requested interviews may negatively impact the candidate's qualifications.

Performance Responsibilities: Additional Duties may be assigned.

• Ability to demonstrate tact and self-control in addressing issues within the
• Assists teacher as needed with planning, preparation, and distribution of classroom materials.
• Assists students with mastering equipment or instructional materials.
• Assists in modifying materials and instruction activities, as needed.
• Conducts learning games with students according to established procedures.
• Maintains regular attendance and complies with State Law and County policies and procedures.
• Maintains an environment that is safe for students and conducive to learning.
• Anticipates and effectively addresses unforeseen crises associated with working with large groups of children.
• Assists with supervision and instruction of children; copying; cutting, coloring, etc., to construct materials and bulletin boards.
• Provides individualized and small-group instruction to reinforce skills that have been taught by the teacher.
• Assists in implementing lessons based on district and school objectives and the needs and abilities of students.
• Assists with supervision of student passengers on buses and maintains a safe traveling environment.
• Attends in-services and workshops as directed.
• Maintains confidentiality, unquestionable integrity.
• Assists the teacher in the supervision of children in the classroom and to various locations in the school including, but not limited to, instructional areas, the cafeteria, and the bus.
• Participates in bus duty, hall monitoring, lunchroom duty, playground duty, and other duties assigned by the building supervisor or principal.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent, pursuant to WV Code §18A-2-5; Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c; Meet the definition of "Qualifications" in WV Code 18A-4-8b; demonstrated competency, pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8e (state-approved competency test(s)), as required.

Should the successful applicant be an Aide without an ECCAT certification, they must agree to enroll and take the 4 ECCAT courses, to obtain the early childhood assistant teacher certification upon employment in this position.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,

skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, students, staff, and the general public consistent with the duties of this position.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure consistent with the duties of this position.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations consistent with the duties of this position.
• Ability to multi-task and have strong organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions whether furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form consistent with the duties of this position.
• Ability to interface effectively with other departments, school personnel, maintenance staff, and business contacts outside of Jefferson County Schools.
• Ability to work with both children and adults.
• Ability to work with individuals and groups of students to support academics and behavior management.
• Ability to demonstrate patience while working with children.
• Ability to learn new skills; flexibility and willingness to perform a variety of tasks.
• Ability to work well with others, follow written and oral directions, and complete assignments given.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents, and staff members.
• Self-motivated and works without direct supervision.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists consistent with the duties of this position.
• Ability to actively engage in student learning, providing support to both the teacher and the students.
• Ability to accurately perform assigned tasks.
• Ability to receive and manage constructive feedback.
• Ability to perform duties in full compliance with county requirements, Board Policies, and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ability to promote harmonious working relationships with staff and outside business representatives.
• Oral and written communication skills consistent with the duties of this position.
• Interpersonal relationship skills consistent with the duties of this position.
• Dress is appropriate and conforms to safety standards.

Third Grade Critical Skills:

• Ability to use algebraic thinking to multiple and divide within 100.
• Ability to word problems using a variety of mathematical operations
• Ability to understand the area and find the perimeter of shapes.
• Measure and estimate weights and liquid volumes.
• Ability to use word analysis skills and phonics to decode unfamiliar words.
• Ability to ask and answer questions related to key details in both literary and informational texts.
• Knowledge of content specific to 3rd grade reading and math as outlined in the College and Career Readiness Indicators for Grade 3.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stoop,

reach, stand, walk, lift, pull, push, grasp, talk, hear, see, and use repetitive motions. While

performing the duties the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least

50 pounds (100 pounds vertically for Special Education and Transportation

positions) of materials, children, etc.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.

Additional Job Information:

A successful work history and a minimum of three supervisory references required for consideration. Jefferson County Schools is bound by statute to recommend the most qualified applicants for position vacancies. In order to determine those qualifications as set forth by the West Virginia Code, we require all applicants to fill out an application, Page 4 of 4 which includes supervisory references, and, in many instances, participate in interviews. Failure to provide references, negative references, and failing to participate in requested interviews may impact negatively a candidate's qualifications. Applicants who have been dismissed or have had their contracts non-renewed for cause are not eligible for consideration. Applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration. Applicants must complete the entire application and provide all documents required. Failure to complete the application, provide requested items, or falsification of information will result in the application not being considered.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate to loud dB) depending on the assignment of the position.

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee .