What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Assistant - After School Program position at California Schools Talent Collaborative?
Overview
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT I – AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM
VISTA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of an assigned Supervisor, assist in the effective instruction of students and reinforce lessons in the After School Program in a classroom or learning center; to perform a variety of instructional and clerical duties; perform related duties as assigned.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
- Tutor individual students and small groups of students to reinforce and follow up learning activities; monitor and assist students in drill, practice, and study activities as a follow-up to the presentation of instructional concepts by instructional personnel. E
- Assist students with homework assignments; explain questions and provide better understanding of homework as needed. E
- Prepare and assist in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials and learning aids for use with individual or small groups of students. E
- Serve as a role model; develop positive/reinforce social behaviors of students; discipline students according to established procedures. E
- Supervise students in assigned areas of outdoor eating areas, halls, restrooms, on the playground and at other locations during hours to which assigned. E
- Assure the health and safety of students according to standard health and safety practices and procedures; assist in maintaining a clean and orderly environment. E
- Escort children to and from classrooms as assigned.
- Assist in and/or prepare snacks for students.
- Perform related duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Child development principles and practices.
- Basic subjects taught in District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.
- Safe practices in classroom and outdoor activities.
- Student behavior management strategies and techniques.
- Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
- Oral and written communication skills.
- Health and safety regulations.
ABILITY TO:
- Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups.
- Communicate effectively in oral and written form in English.
- Perform routine clerical tasks.
- Learn to utilize a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of a positive educational environment.
- Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults. Oversee and discipline students according to approved policies and procedures.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and some paid or volunteer experience working with youth in an organized setting.
