Instructional Specialist (VAPA)

About the role

The Instructional Specialist (VAPA) position is open for continuous recruitment. The District maintains an eligibility list for this position, which remains active for one year. The list can be utilized to fill positions as needed.

Responsibilities

• Instruct students in a specialized area of instruction
• Develop and prepare lesson plans, curriculum and content according to state and District standards
• Plan, develop and deliver classroom lessons and presentations
• Develop a variety of instructional materials and exercises
• Monitor and assists students through drill, practice and other instructional methods
• Work with and tutor individual and small groups of students in assigned subject matter areas to reinforce class lessons, improve skill levels and assist students in completing class and homework assignments
• Absorb and assist teachers in evaluating student understanding and progress
• Establish class rules and monitors and controls student behavior according to established procedures
• Set up and arrange materials, supplies and equipment for instructional activities
• Provide technical assistance in the operation, adjustment and maintenance of specialized equipment as assigned
• Order and maintain supplies, materials and equipment, ensuring adequate supply for instructional use
• Maintain a variety of reports and records
• Maintain records of student progress in the arts standards
• Cook up, plan, organize and oversee student performances and exhibitions
• Work with community organizations and agencies to make arrangements for student exhibitions and performances
• Maintain a safe and orderly learning environment
• Perform general clerical duties in support of classroom activities, including filing, typing or duplicating materials
• Provide instruction on the California Arts Standards which are organized into Artistic Processes

Requirements

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in the assigned instructional area or equivalent training and/or experience in the assigned instructional area
• One year of experience working with school-age children in an organized educational environment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience

Qualifications

A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is: Graduation from a four-year college or university with a major in the assigned instructional area or equivalent training and/or experience in the assigned instructional area. One year of experience working with school-age children in an organized educational environment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Skills

Knowledge of assigned specialized subject matter areas, including applicable state and District standards and regulations. Methods, practices and techniques of improving student knowledge through specialized structured lesson plans, teaching techniques and instructional materials. Methods and practices of child instruction and tutoring. Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation. Administrative practices and procedures, including record-keeping and filing practices and procedures. Ability to perform specialized tasks applicable to specialized subject areas. Operate a computer, other standard office equipment and specialized equipment and materials. Organize, set priorities and exercise sound judgment within areas of responsibility. Monitor and control student behavior. Organize and maintain confidential student records and files. Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Understand and follow written and oral instructions. Prepare and maintain a variety of records, reports and files. Use tact, discretion, courtesy and patience in dealing with sensitive and difficult students and situations. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with District management, administrators, faculty, staff, parents, students and others encountered in the course of work.

Benefits

The District offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability insurance, long-term disability, cancer insurance, accident insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. A fully paid District provided medical plan is provided for each full-time classified employee.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in this posting.

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in this posting.