Anticipated Instructional Assistant-Student Services

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Close interaction with staff, students and parents/guardians
• Implementation of specialized or vocational education programs
• Work under the direction of a licensed teacher
• React appropriately in crisis situations
• Exhibit initiative and creativity
• Work within clearly established systems and procedures
• Exercise organizational skills and independent judgment
• Exercise confidentiality in the performance of duties
• Work within a collaborative team approach

QUALIFICATIONS

• State and NCLB Approved Paraprofessional designation
• Physical ability to lift/move supplies, materials and office equipment up to 50 lbs
• Sit at workstation for extended period of time and/or move frequently from workstation to various other areas of building
• Organize and prioritize workflow
• Proficient in the use of computers, office practices, procedures and office equipment
• Project a positive image of the district
• Interpersonal skills, clear communication, respectfulness
• Awareness of a variety of student needs including physical and social emotional needs
• Ability to adapt to all subject areas
• May need a valid driver's license
• Previous experience working with youth

POSITION EXPECTATIONS

• Assisting students under the direction of licensed staff
• Implementing classroom procedures and reinforcing student's positive behavior
• Monitoring and administering assessments as needed
• Reinforcing organizational and note taking skills
• Grading materials for immediate feedback
• Demonstrating use of technology for instruction, drill and remediation as well as homework assignments
• Helping the student achieve IEP goals
• Assisting, as needed, with students' non-medical physical needs or personal care/toileting needs
• Developing basic knowledge of software usage to support staff and students
• Supporting and supervising students during non-academic setting

WORKING COLLABORATIVELY

• Assisting licensed staff
• Performing classroom related clerical tasks
• Assisting with lab set-up and clean-up
• Explaining classroom procedures and materials to substitute teachers
• Previewing instructional materials
• Acting as a liaison to communicate and record data regarding student progress
• Viewing student info system including attendance/IEP/504 including appropriate health information

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

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