Inst Asst 1 / General

Job Description

Purpose Statement

The job of Inst Asst 1 / General is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional program under the direction of the supervising teacher, with specific responsibility for assisting in the supervision, care and instruction of students; assisting in implementing plans for instruction; monitoring student behavior; and providing information to appropriate supervising instructional staff. This job reports to Principal

Essential Functions

• Administers classroom assignments, tests, homework, and make-up work under the direction of the classroom teacher for the purpose of supporting the teacher and students in the classroom.

• Assists students, individually or in small groups, with lesson assignments (e.g. reading stories, listening to students read, providing writing assistance, reinforcing English skills, providing spelling practice, facilitating activities assisting with computer programs, etc.) for the purpose of practicing and/or reinforcing learning concepts and assisting students in reaching academic goals and grade level standards. 

• Assists in maintaining instructional materials and/or manual and electronic files/records (e.g. test scores, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of items; providing written reference; and/or meeting mandated requirements.

• Attends meetings, conferences, and in-service training programs (e.g. paraeducator conference, medical needs training, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions. 

• Communicates with supervising instructional staff for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress.

• Conducts classroom activities and/or assignments under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives. 

• Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments (e.g. rest rooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots, enrichment classes, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.

• Provides under the supervision of assigned teacher, instruction to students in a variety of individual and group activities (e.g. academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills, etc.) for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives and contributing to students' success in school.

• Reports observations and incidents relating to specific students to appropriate instructional staff (e.g. progress, behavior, academic achievement, social interaction, etc.) for the purpose of improving students achievement, behavior, and socially appropriate interactions.

• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. student injuries, socially inappropriate behavior, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.

Other Functions

• Performs general clerical functions (e.g. copying, filing, laminating, collating, etc.) for the purpose of supporting the instructional program.

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and

procedures; conflict resolution; and stages of child development/ behavior.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with others; work with similar types of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily

perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working with immediate supervision; providing information and/or advising others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is some opportunity to effect the organization’s services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free environment.

Experience: Job related experience is desired.

Education: Targeted, job related education with study in job-related area.

Required Testing: Pre-employment Proficiency Test

Continuing Educ. / Training: Occasionally as needed to perform changing essential

functions of position

Clearances: Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Salary Grade: Lane 1