Instructional Assistant

POSITION TITLE:  Instructional Assistant                        CALENDAR:  School/Teacher

REPORTS TO:  School Director                                         FLSA:  Hourly/Non-Exempt

JOB GOAL:  To provide the students under his/her direct supervision a quality educational program, which is appropriate for the assigned students, that meets their ability and appropriate for the subject and growth, and personal characteristics.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years of study at an institution of higher education (48 semester or 72 quarter hours), an associate degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education, or passing the Praxis II test for Paraprofessionals
• Obtain and maintain Educational Aide permit though Ohio Department of Education
• Appropriate criminal records check by the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation and Federal Bureau of Investigation
• Demonstrate evidence of strong organizational and communication skills
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of student records and school business

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Instructional Assistant works as a teacher’s aide, assisting with lesson delivery, managing materials, supporting behavior management, and tutoring individuals or groups of children.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Teach social skills/social thinking and model appropriate behaviors for students such as: patience, persistence, and self-control
• Supervise students during transition time, lunch recess, bus duty, dismissal, assemblies, field trips, speakers
• Maintain observation records as directed by teachers/administration
• Provide accurate and timely information as requested by teacher/administration
• Report dangerous behaviors/environments to school director or administration immediately
• Report any suspicion of child abuse and neglect through proper channels
• Provides instructor with input regarding student behavior, academic performance and IEP progress
• Communicate student concerns with teacher/staff as needed
• Proctor during student assessment
• Participate in appropriate staff development activities to provide for professional growth
• Must be available to participate in after-school functions such as open houses, conferences or meetings
• Participate in Summer Camp Program, which may require day, evening and/or overnight participation. [Summit Academy students may be participating in a day camp or residential camp program. This program needs to be staffed with Summit Academy employees.]
• Assist teacher/school director in maintaining a clean and safe school environment
• Perform any other task or activity as directed by administration

Instructional Skills/Abilities

 In the area of instructional skills and ability, an Instructional Aide shall:

•        Participate in creating an inviting learning environment
• Encourage proper care and usage of equipment, furnishings and materials
• Be receptive to new ideas
• Be enthusiastic
• Demonstrate correct use of the written and spoken word
• Teach social thinking and social skills to students
• Assist teacher in the implementation of instructional activities
• Assist teacher in securing materials and equipment

Classroom Management

In the area of classroom management, an Instructional Aide shall:

•       Establish and maintain positive rapport with people
• Uphold school rules
• Implement PBIS Behavior System
• Track Student Behavior
• Maintain a positive classroom environment 

Professional Attitude and Relationships

In the areas of professional relationships, an Instructional Aide shall:

•      Have the ability to interact in a professional manner with Summit Academy staff
• Have the ability to effectively work with colleagues in a professional manner
• Demonstrate evidence of a positive attitude towards:
  • Colleagues, students, parents/guardians, special service personnel, support staff, administrators, and visitors/public

Personal Characteristics

In the area of personal characteristics, an Instructional Aide shall:

•       Maintain professional behavior
• Dress professionally

 All other responsibilities as set forth by School Director and CEO.