What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Instructional Monitor position at Special Education?
This is a substitute position. Applicant must have 48 college hours or have passed the Paraeducator test. You must be 21 years of age to substitute at the middle and high school level.
The Paraeducator test is given at the adult education center. There is a study guide available at the Board Office.
This will be to enter your name in a pool for future hirings.
CLASS TITLE: INSTRUCTIONAL MONITOR I
BASIC FUNCTION:
Assist an on-site director, classroom teacher, or other responsible staff member in providing a safe and quality environment for students.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
- Monitor students on a one-to-one basis, in small groups or in large groups to ensure their safety; follow procedures to safeguard the health and safety of students.
- Assist the on-site director, classroom teacher or other responsible staff members in planning various activities for the students.
- Assist with organizing materials for conducting special training activities.
- Promote positive parent and child interactions and activities.
- Participate in staff activities and in special training programs.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
- Basic record-keeping techniques.
- Health and safety regulations.
ABILITY TO:
- Learn child guidance principles and practices.
- Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, and staff, both orally and in writing.
- Print and write legibly.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties.
- Monitor, observe and report student’s behavior according to approval policies and procedures.
- Learn and apply safety procedures and regulations.
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 working with children in an organized setting.
