Hybrid Instructional Assistant - SPED: Mod/Severe (Browning Road STEAM Academy) na McFarland Unified School District
McFarland Unified School District · McFarland, Estados Unidos Da América · Hybrid
- Junior
- Escritório em McFarland
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Job Description
McFARLAND UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Title and Classification: Instructional Assistant
Supervisor: Site Administrator
Terms of Employment: 10 months/year
Salary Range: Classified Salary Schedule –Range 113
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom or other learning environment; assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of lesson plans as required; perform related clerical duties.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
• Assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom or other environment; monitor and oversee student drills, practices and assignments in assigned subjects; confer with teacher concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs.
• Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework and projects in assigned subject areas; assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Read books to students and observe their reading abilities as assigned; assist students with letter and word pronunciation and recognition as required; assist students with spelling and writing exercises and assignments.
• Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of classroom activities such as preparing, typing, duplicating and filing instructional materials; receive telephone calls; grade student tests and assignments and record grades as required.
• Observe and control behavior of students in the classroom according to established policies and procedures; monitor students during outdoor and various other activities as assigned; monitor and report progress regarding student performance and behavior.
• Explain and assure student understanding of classroom assignment and homework instructions; assist assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson plans; assist in administering and monitor students during tests as assigned.
• Maintain various records and files related to students, assignments, performance, progress, behavior, reading, lesson plans and assigned activities as required.
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures; maintain classroom and other assigned areas in a safe, orderly and clean manner.
• Operate a variety of classroom and office equipment such as a laminator, copier, binder, paper cutter, collator, hole puncher, stapler, computer and assigned software.
• Provide classroom support to the teacher by setting up work areas, decorations and displays, and distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials; prepare and assemble instructional packets as assigned.
• Communicate with students in English and a designated second language to facilitate the learning process as assigned by the position; provide oral and written translation between teachers, parents, staff and others as required; translate notes, letters and other materials as needed.
• Provide routine first aid to injured students according to established procedures as assigned by the position.
OTHER DUTIES:
• Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Child guidance principles and practices.
• Safe practices in classroom activities.
• Basic subjects taught in District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.
• Basic instructional methods and techniques.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.
• Operation of standard office and classroom equipment.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Record-keeping and filing techniques.
ABILITY TO:
• Assist with instruction and related activities in a classroom or other learning environment.
• Reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of students as directed by the teacher.
• Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of lesson plans.
• Perform a variety of clerical duties including typing, filing and duplicating materials.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Monitor, observe and report student behavior and progress according to approved policies and procedures.
• Read books to students and assist with reading and writing activities as assigned.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
• Maintain records and files.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Operate standard office and classroom equipment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Special Qualifications upon hire for positions at a school site that is supported by Title I funds pursuant to the "No Child Left Behind Act of 2001":
• Complete at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education (college level) OR
• Obtained an associate's (or higher) degree OR
• Met (pass) an assessment that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics OR reading, writing, and mathematics readiness.
NOTE: Instructional Aides hired prior to January 8, 2002 have until January 8, 2006 to complete the above requirements.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
• Some positions in this class may require possession of a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
• Classroom environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office and classroom equipment.
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students.
• Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student activities.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
