Instructional Assistant I
Classified Position - 7320

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

1. Tutor individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress
2. Participate as member of an instructional team including remediation teams
3. 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
4. Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information
5. 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
6. Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records
7. 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
8. Assist in overseeing students while in labs; provide for supplies inventory as necessary
9. Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance
10. Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs
11. Contact parents of students who are absent; make home visits as necessary
12. Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations
13. 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
14. Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned
15. Utilize Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) as outlined at the school/district
16. Maintains regular and predictable attendance
17. Adheres to the professional code of ethics
18. Successfully utilizes technology as appropriate in job function
19. 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

1. 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.
2. Experience in working with children in an organized setting
3. Must pass the Para-Educator test in accordance with State regulations