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Instructional Assistant bei Montebello Unified School District, CA

Montebello Unified School District, CA · Montebello, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite

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About the Department

Position Information:
This is an Open Competitive recruitment to establish an eligibility list, in order to fill a current vacancy in the Adult Education Department. Successful candidates are expected to work between four (4) to eight (8) hours a day, five (5) days a week, and ten (10) months per school year.  Candidates must submit proof of all required documents to be considered for the recruitment process. 

GENERAL PURPOSE
Under general supervision, provides instruction to individual or small groups of students in assigned subject-matter areas to reinforce classroom lessons; observes, monitors and records student performance and behavior; assists teachers in maintaining student academic and attendance records; and performs related duties as assigned.
 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Instructional Assistants are responsible for tutoring and providing instruction to individual and small groups of students to reinforce classroom lessons and improve remedial skill areas. Work assigned to an Instructional Assistant requires knowledge of subject areas applicable to an area of assignment and the ability to provide instruction to others in an effective manner.
 
§         Instructional Assistants are distinguished from other Instructional Assistants in specialized assignments in that incumbents in the latter classes specialize in specific areas of student need, including Special Education, Speech-Language, Bilingual Education, Literacy Programs and the Computer Lab.

Position Duties

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
 
1.       Works with and tutors individual and small groups of children in assigned subject matter areas to reinforce class lessons, improve the level of remedial skill areas and assist students in completing class and home work assignments; monitors students while they are completing drills, practices and assignments; assists with and supervises students working at classroom learning centers.
 
2.       Observes, monitors and records student performance and behavior; assesses a student's learning needs based on their performance in individual or group tutoring sessions.
 
3.       Assists in and administers testing and scoring of examinations and class and home work assignments; distributes and collects assignments and tests; corrects and records grades; posts student assignments; may assist with language and diagnostic and CASAS testing for student placement purposes.
 
4.       Maintains student records of attendance, grades and test scores; registers new students and posts withdrawals to the class attendance card; signs students in and out of class.
 
5.       Assists teaching staff in preparing lesson plans and conducting class lessons; may be asked to co-teach the class as needed or provide instruction on specific subject matter areas.
 
6.       With teacher guidance and direction, prepares educational materials and equipment for classroom use; operates instructional equipment; sets up and prepares classroom bulletin boards, work areas, displays and exhibits; checks in and out student supplies and materials; maintains inventory of books, audiovisual and other classroom materials; assists in ordering and purchasing books and supplies; repairs books and materials as needed.
 
7.       Oversees student activities and assists in observing and controlling student behavior; assists with student discipline and conflict resolution; covers the classroom as needed; supervises students during nutrition breaks and yard time; escorts students as needed; supervises detention; may provide basic first aid to students as needed; accompanies classes on field trips to assist in supervising students; may make reservations for buses and field trips.
 
8.       Performs general clerical duties in support of the classroom; duplicates and files student documents and records; answers the classroom phone and places calls for the teacher; types letters and memos; sends faxes; creates new files and alphabetizes records; laminates materials; runs errands and makes deliveries for the teacher.
 
9.       Coordinates meeting arrangements; provides translation for parents and teachers during conferences, meetings and interviews; provides refreshments.
 
10.  Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly learning environment to ensure the health and safety of students; assists in cleaning the classroom and class supplies and equipment.

OTHER DUTIES
1.       May order and pick up school lunches for students; sets up and takes down recreational equipment.
 
2.       May accept applications and maintains a waiting list for childcare; accepts children when there are openings.
 
3.       May oversee the volunteer program; maintains files; organizes schedules; provides incentives.

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
1.       Assigned subject matter areas, including mathematics, grammar, spelling, language, reading, history and science.
2.       Methods and practices of child instruction and tutoring.
3.       Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
4.       Administrative practices and procedures, including record keeping and filing practices and procedures.
 
Ability to:
1.       Operate a computer and other standard office equipment.
2.       Organize, set priorities and exercise sound judgment within areas of responsibility.
3.       Organize and maintain confidential student records and files.
4.       Communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
5.       Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
6.       Use tact, discretion, courtesy, and patience in dealing with sensitive and difficult students and situations.
7.       Establish and maintain effective working relationships with District staff, teachers, parents, students and others encountered in the course of work.
 
Education, Training, and Experience:
1.       Graduation from high school or GED equivalent, and
2.       One (1) year of experience working with students in an organized classroom setting.

Bachelor's degree or higher degree may substitute for up to six months of the required work experience.
 
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
Some assignments may require the ability to speak and write in a designated second language.

-A valid First Aid and CPR certificate issued by a provider whose course complies with the standards adopted by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, pursuant to California Civil Code 1714.2(a).
 
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must be able to perform in carrying out essential job functions. 

• Work involves sitting, standing, bending, twisting, and walking indoors and outdoors for extended periods.
• Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor students during classroom activities.
• Hearing and speaking to provide assistance and information related to classroom assignments.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office and classroom equipment.
• Occasional lifting and carrying materials and supplies weighing up to 10 lbs. 

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the selection authority to accommodate the limitation.

Other Qualifications

Examination Parts:

After the evaluation of minimum qualifications, examination parts for this recruitment may include, but are not limited to the following: written exam, performance exam, oral appraisal interview, physical ability test, oral presentation, project assignment, etc.  

 The Personnel Commission reserves the right to change, alter, cancel, add or modify examination parts, as well as weights and dates.

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