What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Assistant - Vocational Education - Auto Tech (21030) position at Poway Unified School District?
**This position is for Auto Tech housed at Mt.Carmel High School and is 8 hrs per week/ 9.5 months per year.**
**The eligibility list created from this recruitment will be active for six months.**
**Classified staff working in this job classification who possess a valid and current CA teaching credential, will be placed at Step 6 of the salary range designated for this classification.**BASIC FUNCTION
The job of Instructional Assistant - Vocational Education is done for the purposes of providing instructional support to individual or small groups of students enrolled in a designated vocational education program in a classroom or other learning environment; preparing classroom equipment and instructional materials; maintaining supplies and inventory; and providing record-keeping and clerical support to the teacher(s) and staff.This Job reports to Assigned Supervisor.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to students enrolled in a designated vocational education program in a classroom or other learning environment; tutor individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher. E
Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to students enrolled in a designated vocational education program in a classroom or other learning environment; tutor individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher. E
Monitor and oversee student drills, practices and assignments in a designated area of vocational education; assist assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson plans; assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework and projects. E
Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of classroom activities such as preparing, typing, duplicating and filing instructional materials; grade student tests and assignments as directed; process program forms and applications as required; record student attendance as assigned. E
Provide classroom support to the teacher by setting up work areas and displays and distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials; confer with teachers concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs; report progress regarding student performance. E
Assist students by answering questions and providing proper examples, friendly attitude and general guidance. E
Prepare and maintain a variety of records related to student grades, attendance, classroom functions and assigned activities; input student attendance and other data and maintain automated records as required. E
Communicate with students, District personnel and others to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns; answer telephones and provide program and classroom information as assigned. E
Operate a variety of classroom and office equipment including a copier, fax machine, overhead projector, computer and assigned software. E
Monitor inventory levels of classroom supplies as directed; assist in ordering receiving and maintaining inventory of classroom supplies. E
Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures; maintain learning environment in a safe, orderly and clean manner. E
Perform related duties as assigned.
NOTE: At the end of some of the duty statements, there is an "E" which identifies essential duties required of the classification.
SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AREAS:
AUTOMOTIVE
Experience in mechanical and automotive maintenance and repair environment.
Assist in providing instruction to individual or small groups of students in the use of welders, torches, grinders, hand tools, floor jacks, hoists, drill press, 20-ton press, porta powers, tubing, benders, spray equipment, all pneumatic tooling, and spray booth. Assist the instructor to supervise students in multiple learning stations and multiple facilities for safety and to prevent damage to equipment.
Experience
Job related experience is required in related area of assigned career technical subject education (automotive).
Education
Targeted, job related education with study in job-related area.
Equivalency
Possession of a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent
and one of the following:
1) completion of at least two years of study (minimum 48 semester hours) at an institution of higher education
2) possession of an associate's (or higher) degree
or 3) passing the District's local assessment that demonstrates the knowledge and the ability to assist in instructing, reading, writing, and mathematics at a level meeting state and federal requirements. Two years experience working with functions related to assigned vocational education program.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to obtain certification in Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED issued by an American Red Cross or American Heart Association or Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) approved training program within 10 business days of hire. Recertification to maintain current/valid status is a condition of employment and must be completed through the Poway Unified School District Preschool Program.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Student guidance principles and practices.
Basic college-level subject matter of an assigned vocational area.
Basic instructional methods and techniques.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Operation of a computer and assigned software.
Oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Modern office and classroom practices, procedures and equipment.
Record-keeping and filing techniques.
ABILITY TO:
Assist with instruction and related activities in a classroom or assigned learning environment.
Reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of students enrolled in a designated vocational education program as directed by the teacher.
Assist in the preparation of instructional materials.
Perform a variety of clerical duties related to classroom activities.
Monitor and report student progress regarding performance. Learn policies and objectives of assigned programs and activities.
Operate a variety of classroom and office equipment including a computer and assigned software.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Observe health and safety regulations.
Maintain records and files.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Classroom environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office and classroom equipment.
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students.
Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student activities.
Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
In accordance with Personnel Commission Rules and Regulations of Classified Service # 70.200.1, new employees to Poway Unified School District will be placed at Step 1 of the official salary range designated for the position. Any variances in initial placement are addressed in, and shall be carried out in agreement with, this rule.
The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic group identification, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identification, mental or physical disability.
For more information, please contact the Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer, Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406
The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, ethnic group identification, ancestry, religion, gender, gender identification, mental or physical disability.
For more information, please contact the Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer, Associate Superintendent of Personnel Support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128-3406
Salary : $17 - $22
