Instructional Aide

Job Summary

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, performs a variety of instructional and routine clerical duties designed to free the instructor from routine work related to the program; and performs related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Positions in this class are established principally to relieve teachers of certain instructional tasks and routine details. Incumbents perform their tasks with initiative and independent judgment within a limited number of standardized procedures. In addition to or in lieu of classroom assignments, incumbents may be assigned to learning or resource centers and special learning programs, or to handle routine details of program implementation. The duties below are representative of the collective duties of positions in this class; however, no one position will normally perform all of these duties. Some positions in this class may be required to speak, read, and / or write in designated language.

Job Description / Essential Elements :

INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, performs a variety of instructional and routine clerical duties designed to free the instructor from routine work related to the program; and performs related work as required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Positions in this class are established principally to relieve teachers of certain instructional tasks and routine details. Incumbents perform their tasks with initiative and independent judgment within a limited number of standardized procedures. In addition to or in lieu of classroom assignments, incumbents may be assigned to learning or resource centers and special learning programs, or to handle routine details of program implementation. The duties below are representative of the collective duties of positions in this class; however, no one position will normally perform all of these duties.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Listens to, tutors, and drills individual students and / or groups of students in reading, language, math, and other subjects according to instructions and guidance from a teacher. E

Works with individuals, small groups, or entire class in presenting routine instructional materials. E

Supervises activities of students in the classroom or learning center, on field trips, and during fire and earthquake drills. E

Researches and prepares instructional and motivational materials such as vocabulary lists, worksheets, awards, and displays. E

Administers and scores tests; corrects and scores classroom and homework assignments; records grades. E

Answers the telephone and takes messages. E

Maintains routine informational and operational records. E

Composes letters and notices; types and / or duplicates a variety of instructional, motivational, and informational materials as assigned. E

Assembles and distributes packets of informational material. E

Takes roll and keeps attendance records. E

Operates a variety of equipment such as a typewriter, mimeograph, and duplicating machine; operates audio visual equipment. E

Assists in the maintenance of classroom discipline. E

Observes progress and behavior of students and confers with teacher(s) accordingly. E

Contacts parents regarding students' progress, behavior, problems or needs as assigned. E

Assists parent volunteers in the classroom. E

Attends monthly aide meetings, school and District in service meetings. E

Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of :

• 1. General needs and behavior of high school students;
• 2. Motivational techniques;
• 3. District and school policies and procedures;
• 4. Modern office equipment and procedures;
• 5. English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation;
• 6. Basic math, library, research, reading, and composition skills;

7. Simple record keeping; and

8. General principles of supervision and training.

Ability to :

11. Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work; and

12. Perform simple and repetitive tasks.

EDUCATION

Individuals possessing the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed above are considered to possess the necessary education. Post secondary education is desirable.

EXPERIENCE

Some experience in working with high school students.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment :

Classroom environment.

Physical Abilities :

Seeing to monitor student behavior during classroom activities; hearing and speaking to exchange information related to classroom assignments; bending at the waist; kneeling, standing, and walking for extended periods of time.

E = Essential job functions

Requirements / Qualifications

Comments and Other Information

This is an Open and Promotional recruitment. To fill positions at sites including but not limited to Ocean View HS, Valley Vista HS, and Westminster High School. Some positions may require that the candidate be biliterate in Spanish or Vietnamese.

This is a continuous examination and Personnel Commission Rule 4230.12 is in effect :

4230.12 Continuous Examinations

B. Applications shall be accepted every day or until sufficient applications are received. Examinations shall be given as the need arises.

The eligibility list will be valid for six months and used for future vacancies throughout the District during that time span. Final selection of appointees will be made from the top three ranks who are "ready and willing" to accept an assignment. Personnel Commission Rule 4240.1 F : When fewer than three (3) ranks of available eligible candidates remain on an eligibility list and the appointing authority has requested certification of additional eligible candidates, the list may be terminated by the Personnel Director. Please read the applicant email attachment for a more detailed explanation.

California Ed Code 45277.5. may apply to some positions determined by the Principal. Notwithstanding Section 45277, in a school district with a pupil population over 400,000, the following shall apply (a) An appointment may be made from other than the first three ranks of eligible applicants on the eligibility list if one or more of the following are required for successful job performance of a position to be filled : (1) The ability to speak, read, or write a language in addition to English.

In order to obtain Veterans' preference of 5 points, service must be in accordance to Personnel Commission rule 4230.6.A or updated law. Please attach DD214 Form to your application. You are to attach your DD214 with your application or at the time of the examination, it will not be accepted after the exam.

Applications with the most appropriate education, experience, and training will be scheduled to continue in the examination process. All applicants will be notified by email regarding their selection.

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