What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructional Assistant Special Education - Mild/Mod position at Victor Valley Union High School District?
DESCRIPTION
BENEFITS
Job Summary & Examination Date
OPEN
POSITION: INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT SPECIAL EDUCATION - MILD/MOD
SITE: VICTOR VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
DAYS: 199
HOURS: 6 (8:30 A.M - 3:00 P.M.)
SALARY: RANGE 29 ($26.63/HR - $32.42/HR)
FILING DEADLINE IS THURSDAY, APRIL 3, 2024, @ 4:00 P.M. POSTING WILL AUTOMATICALLY CLOSE ONCE 150 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED.
*EDUCATIONAL DOCUMENTS AND CPR/FIRST AID MUST BE ATTACHED TO YOUR APPLICATION*
BASIC FUNCTION:
Minimum Qualifications Required to Apply
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
*EDUCATIONAL DOCUMENTS AND CPR/FIRST AID MUST BE ATTACHED TO YOUR APPLICATION*
Essential Duties
Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework and projects in various subject areas; assure students understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students by answering questions; confer with the teacher concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs. Assist students with meeting individual education goals and objectives, report progress regarding student performance and behavior. E
Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of classroom activities such as preparing, typing, duplicating, and filing instructional materials; distribute, collect, prepare and process attendance, medication and various other forms and documents; record student attendance as assigned. E
Implements, under the supervision of assigned teacher, research-based interventions for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts. E
Observe and control behavior of students in the classroom according to approved procedures; monitor and interact with students during outdoor, physical education and other recreational activities as directed. E
Grade students tests and assignments as assigned; maintain records and student files related to attendance, grades, progress, behavior and assigned activities; prepare mandated reports and documentation as required. E
Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays, exhibits and bulletin boards; operate audio-visual equipment and educational training equipment; distribute and collect paper and supplies. E
Assist students with performing and developing independent living skills and self-help skills; assist students with the development of social, vocational and job searching skills as assigned. 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 manager; provide classroom support by setting up work areas and displays and distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials. E
Operate a variety of office and classroom equipment including copiers, computers and assigned software. E
Communicate with faculty, staff, administrators, parents and others to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns; answer telephone calls, take messages and provide general class and student information to parents and others as assigned. E
Monitor inventory levels of classroom supplies; assist in ordering, receiving and maintaining appropriate inventory levels of supplies as assigned; order and arrange for food items as required. E
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities / Working Conditions
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Child guidance principles and practices, related to children with disabilities
- Basic instructional methods and techniques.
- Problems and concerns of students with disabilities.
- Safe practices in classroom and campus activities.
- Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
- Oral and written communication skills.
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
- Basic record-keeping and report preparation techniques.
- Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.
- Assist with instruction and related activities in a classroom or assigned learning environment.
- Reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of special education students as directed by the teacher.
- Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of individual education plans.
- Perform a variety of clerical duties including typing, filing, duplicating and maintaining records.
- Understand and relate to students with disabilities.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrate a patient, understanding and receptive attitude toward students with disabilities.
- Read books to students and assist with reading and writing activities as assigned.
- Understand and follow oral and written directions.
- Operate standard office and classroom equipment including a computer.
16350 Mojave Drive
Victorville, California, 92395-3655
Salary : $27 - $32
