Urgently Need SES Instructional Assistant I in USA

Job title: SES Instructional Assistant I
Company: Hopkins Country School District
Job description: Instructional Assistant I
Classified Position - 7320

Salary

Category 5 per Salary Schedule

Days

TBD

Reports to:

Assigned Teacher

School Principal

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups; monitor and report student progress.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

• Assists a certificated teacher by performing a variety of support functions in a regular classroom setting
• Work within a complex program typically requiring additional skills and characterized by increased independence of action

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS * Tutor individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress

• Participate as member of an instructional team including remediation teams
• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer arid score a variety of tests according to established guidelines; assist in determining English proficiency of identified students
• Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information
• Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; check and assist students with lab work as necessary
• Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies
• Assist in overseeing students while in labs; provide for supplies inventory as necessary
• Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance
• Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs
• Contact parents of students who are absent; make home visits as necessary
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations
• Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned
• Utilize Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) as outlined at the school/district
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance
• Adheres to the professional code of ethics
• Successfully utilizes technology as appropriate in job function
• Perform related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic subjects taught in the District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading
• Safe practices in classroom and playground activities
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Basic record-keeping techniques

ABILITY TO:

• Learn child guidance principles and practices
• Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public including members of ethnic communities
• Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities
• Print and write legibly
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately
• Understand and follow oral and written directions
• Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities
• Work cooperatively with others
• Monitor, observe and report studentrsquo;s behavior according to approved policies and procedures
• Operate instructional and office equipment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining middot;a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law. Must pass the Para Educator test in accordance with state regulations or have 48 accredited college hours.

• Experience in working with children in an organized setting
• Must pass the Para-Educator test in accordance with State regulations

Job Title : SES Instructional Assistant I

Primary Location : Southside Elementary School

Salary Range : per salary schedule / Classified Salary

Shift Type : Full-Time
Expected salary:
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