BASIC FUNCTION:

The job of Instructional Assistant Special Education is done for the purpose/s of assisting a certificated teacher in providing instruction and care to individual or small groups of students with special needs in a regular classroom or in a self-contained classroom; performs various clerical tasks in support of   classroom activities; and monitoring student behavior inside and outside the classroom.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Essential Functions     

• Administers tests, homework, make-up work, etc. for the purpose of supporting teachers in the classroom.     
• Administers immediate first aid and medical assistance as instructed by a health care professional for the purpose of meeting immediate health care needs.     
• Attends meetings and in-service presentations as assigned (e.g. first aid, CPR, emergency procedures, etc.) for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions.     
• Communicates with supervising instructional staff, professional support personnel, and parents for the purpose of assisting in evaluating progress and/or implementing IEP objectives.     
• Implements under the supervision of assigned teacher, behavioral plans designed by IEP team for students with behavior disorders or other special conditions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts.     
• Maintains instructional materials and/or manual and electronic files/records for the purpose of ensuring availability of items; providing written reference; and/or meeting mandated requirements.     
• Monitors students during assigned periods within a variety of school environments under the supervision of the supervisor (e.g. rest rooms, playgrounds, hallways, bus loading zones, cafeteria, parking lots, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment in accordance with the student's IEP, FAPE, and LRE.     
• Performs various clerical duties (e.g. typing, copying, filing, data entry, etc.) for the purpose of supporting classroom activities, educational objectives, students, and/or special education department.    
• Provides, under the supervision of assigned teacher, instruction to students in a variety of individual and group activities (e.g. academic subjects, social skills, daily living skills, etc.) for the purpose of reinforcing instructional objectives; implementing IEP plans; and ensuring students success in school. 

Marginal Functions     

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

INITIAL/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• One (1) year experience working with children in an organized setting is preferred.
• ALL CANDIDATES MUST TAKE AND OBTAIN A PASSING SCORE on the Lynwood Unified School District Proficiency Assessment (Written Examination), which meets a rigorous standard of quality and demonstrates, through a formal academic assessment, knowledge of and ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.  
• Any other combination of education, training, and experience, which demonstrates that the applicant is likely to possess the required skills, knowledge, or abilities, may be considered.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification issued by the American Red Cross or any agency authorized by the American Red Cross (WILL BE REQUIRED WITHIN 3 MONTHS UPON OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT).
• Valid First Aid certification issued by the American Red Cross or any agency authorized by the American Red Cross (WILL BE REQUIRED WITHIN 3 MONTHS UPON OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT).
• Employees must maintain up-to-date certifications in CPR and First Aid during employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities   

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job   conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications;   preparing and maintaining accurate records.   

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios;   read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and Paraprofessional - Special Education                                                                              

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is   required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes;   and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of   individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify   

Responsibility   

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading, guiding, and/or   coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often   required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s   services.   

Work Environment  

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some   lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling,  some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine   finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 70% sitting, 20% walking, and 10% standing.  The job is performed   under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment.