What are the responsibilities and job description for the INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT position at Bassett Unified School District?
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under direction of an assigned supervisor, assist teachers in providing and reinforcing instruction to individuals or small groups of students in an assigned learning environment; prepare instructional materials and perform clerical duties in support of classroom activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Assist in the instruction of individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing lessons and instruction provided by the teacher.
Assist students in learning activities such as drills, practices and exercises after instruction has been given by the teacher; monitor and report student progress and performance.
Prepare, copy and distribute classroom materials and visual aids in support of instructional programs; perform general clerical duties related to classroom instruction and activities.
Operate standard office equipment including a variety of duplicating machines, laminator, typewriter and others as required.
Assist in preparing exhibits, displays and bulletin boards.
Assist in administering and scoring tests and pupil work; record grades on papers and in roll books as assigned.
Monitor and control student behavior on field trips, excursions and on the playground; ensure health and safety regulations are observed.
Assist the teacher in taking roll; distribute and account for textbooks, equipment and other materials.
Set up and operate audio-visual equipment; operate listening center equipment as required.
Assist teachers in maintaining appropriate order and student conduct in the classroom; refer serious discipline problems to the teacher or administrators.
Collect, assemble, catalog and distribute resource materials as assigned; assist in processing library materials and shelving books as required.
OTHER DUTIES:
Maintain student work areas in a neat and orderly manner.
Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Basic subjects taught in District schools including arithmetic, reading, writing, grammar and spelling. Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
General needs and behavior of children.
Basic child guidance principles and practices.
Effective communication skills.
Record-keeping methods.
ABILITY TO:
Tutor individuals and small groups of students in an assigned instructional setting.
Reinforce concepts and lessons as directed by the teacher.
Assist students in learning to read and write and perform arithmetic calculations.
Perform clerical duties in support of classroom activities.
Learn and apply school policies, methods, practices and terminology used in instructional programs.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with students, teachers, administrators, parents and others.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Read, write, translate and interpret English and a designated second language as required.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
LICENSES AND OTHER CERTIFICATIONS: None. This position is subject to the provisions of the No Child Left Behind Act.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to:
Graduation from high school.
Some experience working with children in an organized setting.
Completion of two years of higher education study OR possession of an Associate's or higher level degree, OR pass assessment that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics OR reading, writing, and mathematics readiness.
NOTE: Incumbents hired prior to January 8, 2002 will have until January 8, 2006 to comply with the college or assessment requirements.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT: Classroom or other learning environment.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES: Hear and speak clearly and distinctly to provide assistance and information related to classroom assignments; see to monitor student conduct during learning activities; manipulate hands and fingers to operate audio-visual, duplicating and educational training equipment; bend at the waist, stoop and kneel to assist students; and stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Salary : $18 - $23