Instructional Assistant

Oak Grove Union School District

Classified Job Description

Job Title: Instructional Assistant
Reports to: Program Director

Hour: 3.5 hour/day

Details of the position: 3.50 hours/day (FTE .4375)

Start/End Times: M, T, W, F 10:00am - 1:30pm

Th 9:00am - 12:30pm

Salary range: $17.79- $19.62

Willowside Middle School Campus

Definition:

Under the direction and supervision of the site administrator or certificated designee, the Instructional Assistant will perform the necessary duties to assist in the planning and implementation of an instructional program for the regular and special needs of students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 Assists teachers in the planning and preparing of lessons and other classroom duties.

 Reinforces and differentiates instruction as directed by the teacher: monitor and oversees student projects and assignments in various subjects

 Works with students in small groups, or on a one-to-one basis to reinforce basic skills or to supplement classroom work in English and/or Spanish

Prepares for, assists with, and cleans up for various classroom projects

 Operates a variety of office and classroom equipment

 Administers and grades various types of tests and assignments

 Keeps routine records and communicates with administration and staff concerning students’ needs both academic and behavior

 Follows the advice and direction of the Site Director and/or Program Director to ensure consistency in the completion of behavioral intervention strategies and/or use of various teaching techniques

 Confers as needed with teacher(s) concerning programs and materials to meet the needs of specifically assigned students and/or small groups

 Supervises and/or participates in playground activities, during recess, lunch and other related school activities

 Help students develop positive interpersonal relationships with peers and adults; assist students with building self-esteem by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance

 Prepares and submits field trip forms, deposits, purchase orders and other school related subscriptions

 Attends required staff meetings trainings and in-service meetings

 Displays calmness and control while dealing with behavioral problems

 Function as an appropriate and professional role model for children

 Maintains consistent, punctual attendance

 Other duties as assigned by classroom teacher or supervisor

Knowledge and Abilities:

 Pass the Instructional Assistant Proficiency Test

 Basic subjects taught in District including correct English usage, vocabulary, spelling, grammar, punctuation, as well as general subjects

 Basic behavior management and school policies and procedures

 Assist with instructional activities in the classroom

 Learn the procedures functions and limitations of assigned instructional assistant duties

 Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with teachers, students and others contacted in the course of the work

 Monitor, observe and report student behavior and academic progress

 Sit or stand for extended periods of time

 Reach overhead, above shoulder and horizontally

 Maintain the confidentiality of school related information

Education and Experience:

 Graduation from high school

 Must have one of the following:
o AA or AS degree
o 48 college units/credits
o Passing score of the Sonoma County Office proficiency test

 Willing to attend training sessions on topic related to duties

Required Licenses and Certificates:

 Criminal Justice/Fingerprint clearance

 Mandated Reporter – required annually

 Sexual Harassment prevention training

 Verification of TB clearance

CSEA approved: February 2, 2020

Board approved: March 11, 2020

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20