Instructional Assistant - 1:1 Emotional Support

Qualifications

• Experience working in an educational setting, preferred
• A High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Must acquire and maintain a current and active CPR and basic first aid certification
• Meet one of the following requirements:
• Completed at least two (2) years of post secondary study
• Possess an associates degree or higher
• Meet a rigorous standard of quality as demonstrated through a State or local assessment
• “Para Educator Credential of Competency” as issued by PDE

Essential Functions / Duties / Responsibilities

• Work with an individual or groups as directed by the classroom teacher to reinforce skill development
• Work with individual, pairs, or groups of students to monitor or direct activities as directed by classroom teacher
• If appropriate, monitor and tend to the physical needs of students as required
• Monitor students as necessary in all school settings including, but not limited to, cafeteria, hallways, library, classrooms, study halls, on and off bus, etc.
• Complete clerical duties such as copying, assembling, laminating, answering phones, etc… as assigned by the classroom teacher
• Provide a safe, secure and positive educational environment through appropriate student supervision and intervention
• Assist with an individual student or groups of students as required by the IEP or the School District to reinforce educational skill development including but not limited to academic content areas and/or daily living skills
• Use strategies and follow protocols for behavior management to meet the unique needs of each individual student as required by IEP and/or Employer
• Prepare, adapt and modify educational materials and supplies to enhance student understanding and learning
• Attend and complete successfully all staff development trainings and/or meetings as required by the employer
• Practice appropriate hygienic precautions for student, self and the work environment
• Twenty (20) hours of staff development activities related to assignment completed annually between July 1st and June 30th each year in accordance with Chapter 14

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift, reach, communicate (vision, hearing, and speech), carry or convey sufficient weight to safely and effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities
• Ability to independently ambulate in and around school buildings and office areas
• Ability to travel to and from assigned work locations without employer support
• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend the English language
• Ability to lift, position, transport and maneuver students as needed
• Ability to physically restrain student in accordance with District protocols