Instructional Assistant II - Special Education TKJH

About the Employer

Welcome to the Santa Maria-Bonita School District website. We are the largest school district in Santa Barbara County with about 17,500 pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade students. In the heart of the coastal agricultural area, we celebrate our families and the support they provide to the students of the District. The District is comprised of seventeen elementary schools, four junior high schools, and one combined elementary and junior high. The district is committed to a high-quality education for each student to develop students who are prepared for limitless possibilities and achievements using their unique gifts and talents to develop skills to reach their maximum potential.

Our Beliefs

We believe each person has inherent value and deserves respect.

We believe all people belong, have a voice and can contribute.

We believe every person has the power and responsibility to take action and make a positive impact.

We believe equity is essential for all persons to thrive.

We believe honesty and integrity build trust.

We believe physical and emotional safety is foundational for personal fulfillment.

We believe excellence comes from curiosity, experience, and perseverance.

We believe that developing empathy inspires a kind community.

We believe service is an act of love.

We believe that there is strength and power in cultural diversity.

We believe that a unified community inspires hope and faith.

Our Mission

The Mission of Santa Maria-Bonita School District, as the unifying force that cultivates and enriches our diverse community, is to ensure every student flourishes by discovering their passion and purpose, exercising self-determination, and developing the skills to reach their maximum potential through a student-centered culture distinguished by

a whole child approach

an inclusive environment

community and family engagement

transformational innovation

and highly effective staff

Parameters

We will make decisions based on what is best for students.

We will welcome all people with dignity and respect.

We will practice responsible stewardship of all our resources.

We will embrace, practice, and model integrity.

We will not compromise our commitment to excellence.

Job Description / Essential Elements :

Santa Maria-Bonita School District

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT II - SPECIAL EDUCATION

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of a certificated teacher, assist in providing instruction to individual or small groups of students experiencing special learning needs; monitor and report student progress regarding behavior and performance; perform a variety of clerical and supportive duties related to classroom activities.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to students in an assigned special education program such as Special Day Class (SDC) or Resource Specialist Program (RSP)E; tutor individual students and small groups of students with special learning needsE; reinforce and follow up learning and training activitiesE; prepare lessons as directed by the teacherE; assist in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials and learning aidesE; rephrase materials and explain instructions and wordsE; administer, monitor and score a variety of testsE; assist in the management of student behavior through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and techniquesE; observe and control behavior of students according to approved proceduresE; assist in the shaping of social behaviorsE; perform a variety of clerical duties such as preparing, typing and duplicating instructional materials, scoring papers and recording gradesE; maintain student records and files including confidential student record informationE; provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibitsE; operate and assist students in the operation of audio-visual and educational training equipmentE; administer medication in accordance with specific medical instructionE; perform routine first aid which may include assisting students experiencing seizures or respiratory problemsE; confer with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet the individual needs of special education studentsE; accompany mainstreamed students to regular classrooms as assignedE; provide individual instructional assistanceE; monitor and assist students with special learning needs in drill, practice and study activitiesE; direct students into safe learning activities and functionsE; maintain an orderly, attractive, and positive learning environmentE; assist in the development of communication skills with students experiencing language and hearing disordersE; direct group activities of students as assignedE; assist in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assignedE; accompany students on field trips as assignedE; maintain the confidentiality of student records and information according to established guidelinesE; assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and proceduresE; participate in staff meetings, inservice training programs and parent conferences as assignedE; perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of :

• Child guidance principles and practices related to students with special needs;
• Problems and concerns of students with special needs;
• Basic subjects taught in District schools including arithmetic, reading, writing, grammar and spelling;
• Safe practices in classroom activities;
• Basic instructional methods and techniques;
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary;
• Oral and written communication skills;
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy;
• Basic recordkeeping techniques;
• Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct;

Operation of office machines and keyboard equipment.

Ability to :

Operate instructional and office equipment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to : Graduation from High School supplemented by coursework in child growth and development and instructional technology and one year of paid or volunteer experience working with students of various age levels requiring a specialized learning environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment :

Indoor classroom environment.

Physical Abilities :

Lifting moderately heavy objects.

Hazards :

Potential exposure to communicable diseases and contact with blood and other body fluids.

Approved : 02 / 25 / 98

Requirements / Qualifications

Comments and Other Information

TITLE IX - EQUAL EDUCATION / EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The Santa Maria-Bonita School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person's actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical information, national origin, parental status, pregnancy status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Office / Title 9 Compliance Officer :

Mark Palmerston

Director of Pupil Personnel Services

708 S. Miller

Santa Maria, CA 93454

805-361-8141

El Distrito Escolar de Santa Mara-Bonita prohbe la discriminacin, intimidacin, hostigamiento (incluido el hostigamiento sexual) o acoso en base a la edad, ascendencia, color, discapacidad, origen tnico, gnero, expresin de gnero, identidad de gnero, informacin gentica, estado de inmigracin, estado civil, informacin mdica, origen nacional, estado parental, estado de embarazo, raza, religin, sexo, orientacin sexual, real o percibido de una persona, o asociacin con una persona o grupo con una o ms de estas caractersticas reales o percibidas. Si tiene preguntas o quejas, comunquese con la Oficina de Equidad / Oficial de Cumplimiento del Ttulo 9 :

Mark Palmerston

Director de Servicios Estudiantiles

708 S. Miller

Santa Mara, CA 93454

805-361-8141