Instructional Assistant

Pay Grade: Instructional Assistant

Period of Employment: 10 Months FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Supervised by and/or Reports to: Building Principal

General Responsibilities: To provide instructional support to students and teachers of Colonial Beach Public Schools.

(This list is intended solely as an illustration of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties  does not exclude their addition if they are similar to or a logical extension of the position.)

• Assists with support and management of all assigned students to the students’ best ability
• Applies basic instructional techniques applicable to curriculum 
• Understands and follows through with oral and written instructions directed by teachers and administrators
• Monitors students and controls behavior of students in classroom and non-classroom situations
• Helps promote students’ independence, social skills, and self-help skills
• Operates standard office equipment
• Assists with monitoring students on playgrounds, getting on and off buses, and to and from the classroom
• Prepares, compiles, and copies instructional materials as directed
• Provides set up/clean up for instructional projects

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships with students, families, faculty, and administrators from diverse life experiences.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of school administration
• Ability to develop and present ideas and information effectively, orally and in written form
• Time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
• Attention to detail and problem solving skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with principals, school staff and administrators, and families of CBPS
• Willingness to be flexible and work in many assignments throughout the School

Minimum/Preferred

Education Level

Description:

Preferred

High School Diploma or GED

Certification/Licenses

Description:

Preferred

ParaPro Assessment

Equivalent to or at least:

Type:

Area or Field

Two years

Specific

Experience working with children

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to: a personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions. Some heavy work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally to move objects may be required.

Colonial Beach Public Schools assures equal employment opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by federal and state orders and laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential tasks.