Substitute Instructional Assistant I

CLASS TITLE : INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT I

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION :

Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups; monitors and report student progress.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS :

Instructional Assistant I incumbents assist a certificated teacher by performing a variety of support functions in a regular classroom setting. Instructional Assistant II incumbents work within a complex program typically requiring additional skills and characterized by increased independence of action.

BASIC REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES :

• Implement all rules and regulations, policies and administrative guidelines as adopted by the Board of Education and / or the school SBDM Council.
• Tutor individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress.
• Participate as member of an instructional team including remediation teams.
• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer and score a variety of tests according to established guidelines; assist in determining English proficiency of identified students.
• Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information.
• Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; check and assist students with lab work as necessary.
• Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records.
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies.
• Assist in overseeing students while in labs; provide for supplies inventory as necessary.
• Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Contact parents of students who are absent; make home visits as necessary.
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.
• Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips.
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Remain at school during the entire school day unless excused by the principal or the designated representative.
• Maintain a professional appearance as an example for students.
• Incorporate the use of technology in daily tasks.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES :

KNOWLEDGE OF :

ABILITY TO :

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Any combination equivalent to : high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and some experience in working with children in an organized setting.

Also : 48 hours college credit evidenced by college transcript or successful completion of Kentucky Paraeducator Assessment test.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT :

Salary and work year to be established by the Board of Education.

EVALUATION : Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel.