What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute - Instructional Assistant - HS. Diploma/GED (Daily to cover Absences) position at Richmond Public Schools?
Experience working with children with disabilities preferred. Excellent communication, organizational, time management and public relations skills are required. Must have the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and demonstrate excellence in business English, grammar, spelling and punctuation. Have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Must have good skills in operating personal computers and related software. Must be adaptable to changing priorities, have the ability to work independently and/or with minimum supervision, and the ability to effectively handle multiple assignments simultaneously. Have a good knowledge of and understanding of child growth, development and paraprofessional instructional procedures and practices. Considerable patience and the ability to work effectively with children with disabilities, young adults and faculty members are essential. Must be able to follow written and oral instructions and to perform all required tasks. Must have the ability to assist in the implementation of behavioral intervention programs for children with emotional/behavioral disorders and maintain student disability records in a highly confidential manner. Special Requirement: Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
