Makes arrangements for field trips, identifies points of interest and obtains brochures and other informational data for educator, guides pupils during trips, and maintains discipline. Performs other duties as assigned. Continuing or individual assignments are provided by a professional educator, who indicates generally what is to be done, limitations, quality expected, deadlines, and priority of assignments. Situations to which the existing guidelines cannot be applied or significant proposed deviations from the guidelines are referred to the supervisor. The work affects the ability of a teacher to give more time and attention to professional responsibilities.
Contacts are with teachers, parents, students, administrators, or visitors to the school.
The work involves varied physical activity, including standing, bending, and lifting of children ages 3-5 years of age. The work is usually performed in a classroom setting.