What are the responsibilities and job description for the INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT II-ELD/BB - Current position requires Bilingual (Spanish) competencies. position at Vista Unified School District?
Vista Unified School District
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT II - ELD/BB DEFINITION Under general supervision, to perform a variety of English language development and bilingual instructional activities; to perform a variety of supportive tasks and follow-up activities; and to do other related work as required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES •Assist instructional personnel in the implementation of individual educational plans for students experiencing oral English and Bilingual instructional needs. •Tutor individuals and small groups of students to reinforce and follow up learning activities. •Assist students in the development of appropriate social behaviors and in their understanding of cultural expectancies. •?Perform a variety of behavior management and behavior shaping functions. •Develop and assist in the development of specialized ELD and bilingual and bi-cultural instructional materials. •Assist in the development and maintenance of student records and files, pertaining to language and basic skill development. •Administer and score criterion referenced tests and standard language tests to determine student language and basic skill proficiency levels. •Requisition, store, distribute, and maintain an inventory of educational materials, supplies, and equipment. •Assist in the development and maintenance of a learning environment appropriate to the special instructional and cultural understanding requirements of students. •Use a second language, as necessary, in assisting students with language and basic skill needs. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Child development and behavior characteristics; Behavior management and instructional strategies and techniques utilized with students experiencing English language development instructional problems; Appropriate English usage, punctuation, spelling, grammar, and second language usage as appropriate to the assignment; Basic arithmetical concepts; Routine record storage, retrieval, and management procedures. Ability to: Demonstrate an empathetic, patient, and receptive attitude with students experienc-ing English language development and other instructional needs; Interpret, understand, and follow specific student educational plans and courses of study; Communicate satisfactorily in oral and written form in English, and a second language as required by the assignment, and serve as an appropriate language model; Perform routine clerical tasks and operate a variety of educational and office related machines and equipment; Learn to utilize a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of an educational environment; Understand and carry out oral and written directions; Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions. •Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. •This type of work involves sitting a portion of the time, but will involve running, walking or standing for brief periods. •Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far visual acuity, depth perception, providing oral information, and possessing the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment and to handle and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skill would be: Experience: Some paid or volunteer experience working with students experiencing language deficiencies and remedial instruction needs. Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, with course work or training in child growth and development, instructional technology, or English language development instructional processes.
Refer to the job posting for a list of experience requirements or if you have any questions or need further clarification, please contact the email address listed in the posting.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Position will require the ability to communicate in the Spanish language. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, TB test and fingerprinting. The drug screen is paid by the District and $40.00 fingerprint cost is paid for by the candidate.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Position will require the ability to communicate in the Spanish language. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, TB test and fingerprinting. The drug screen is paid by the District and $40.00 fingerprint cost is paid for by the candidate.
OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL- Open to employees of the District and the public with the selection process resulting in one (1) Eligibility List that will be used to fill current vacancies and any future vacancies that occur within one (1) year or until the list becomes exhausted. Current permanent employees of the District will be awarded seniority points as per the contract. All properly completed applications will be reviewed and the most highly qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. The process may consist of an evaluation and scoring of application materials, written testing, oral interview and/or performance test to evaluate the applicant's skill, training and experience. The EdJoin.org system will time-out after a 20 minute period of perceived inactivity. Once you have submitted your application, please check your email for a confirmation from EdJoin.org. If you do not receive an email, check your spam/junk mailbox. In the event that you do not receive an email, you will need to apply again. All applicants will be notified by email regarding their selection status. Please be sure to check your email as to the next step in the recruitment process since this is the only form of communication that you will receive. If you are having difficulty in completing your on-line application, please call EdJoin Applicant Hotline 1-888-900-8945 for assistance. Vista Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment, based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, immigration status, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender-identify, or gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. VUSD requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying. Rachel D'Ambroso, the Assistant Superintendent of Human Relations, is designated as the Title IX Compliance Officer and is responsible for employee complaints pertaining to discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and bullying. Phone: (760) 726-2170, extension 92202 or hr@vistausd.org. A copy of the district's Uniform Complaint/Sexual Harassment Policies and forms can be found at: https://www.vistausd.org/pf4/cms2/view_page?d=x&group_id=1516177617023&vdid=7i24b1rgcie925
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT II - ELD/BB DEFINITION Under general supervision, to perform a variety of English language development and bilingual instructional activities; to perform a variety of supportive tasks and follow-up activities; and to do other related work as required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES •Assist instructional personnel in the implementation of individual educational plans for students experiencing oral English and Bilingual instructional needs. •Tutor individuals and small groups of students to reinforce and follow up learning activities. •Assist students in the development of appropriate social behaviors and in their understanding of cultural expectancies. •?Perform a variety of behavior management and behavior shaping functions. •Develop and assist in the development of specialized ELD and bilingual and bi-cultural instructional materials. •Assist in the development and maintenance of student records and files, pertaining to language and basic skill development. •Administer and score criterion referenced tests and standard language tests to determine student language and basic skill proficiency levels. •Requisition, store, distribute, and maintain an inventory of educational materials, supplies, and equipment. •Assist in the development and maintenance of a learning environment appropriate to the special instructional and cultural understanding requirements of students. •Use a second language, as necessary, in assisting students with language and basic skill needs. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: Child development and behavior characteristics; Behavior management and instructional strategies and techniques utilized with students experiencing English language development instructional problems; Appropriate English usage, punctuation, spelling, grammar, and second language usage as appropriate to the assignment; Basic arithmetical concepts; Routine record storage, retrieval, and management procedures. Ability to: Demonstrate an empathetic, patient, and receptive attitude with students experienc-ing English language development and other instructional needs; Interpret, understand, and follow specific student educational plans and courses of study; Communicate satisfactorily in oral and written form in English, and a second language as required by the assignment, and serve as an appropriate language model; Perform routine clerical tasks and operate a variety of educational and office related machines and equipment; Learn to utilize a variety of appropriate instructional materials and procedures in the enhancement of an educational environment; Understand and carry out oral and written directions; Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children and adults. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions. •Persons performing service in this position classification will exert 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. •This type of work involves sitting a portion of the time, but will involve running, walking or standing for brief periods. •Perceiving the nature of sound, near and far visual acuity, depth perception, providing oral information, and possessing the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment and to handle and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skill would be: Experience: Some paid or volunteer experience working with students experiencing language deficiencies and remedial instruction needs. Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, with course work or training in child growth and development, instructional technology, or English language development instructional processes.
Refer to the job posting for a list of experience requirements or if you have any questions or need further clarification, please contact the email address listed in the posting.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Position will require the ability to communicate in the Spanish language. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, TB test and fingerprinting. The drug screen is paid by the District and $40.00 fingerprint cost is paid for by the candidate.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Position will require the ability to communicate in the Spanish language. SPECIAL INFORMATION: Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a drug test, TB test and fingerprinting. The drug screen is paid by the District and $40.00 fingerprint cost is paid for by the candidate.
- Copy of Transcript (48 semester units) OR Other (Associate's Degree or higher) OR Paraprofessional Testing (Passed District Instructional Assistant written exam)
- Proof of HS Graduation (OR)
OPEN AND PROMOTIONAL- Open to employees of the District and the public with the selection process resulting in one (1) Eligibility List that will be used to fill current vacancies and any future vacancies that occur within one (1) year or until the list becomes exhausted. Current permanent employees of the District will be awarded seniority points as per the contract. All properly completed applications will be reviewed and the most highly qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process. The process may consist of an evaluation and scoring of application materials, written testing, oral interview and/or performance test to evaluate the applicant's skill, training and experience. The EdJoin.org system will time-out after a 20 minute period of perceived inactivity. Once you have submitted your application, please check your email for a confirmation from EdJoin.org. If you do not receive an email, check your spam/junk mailbox. In the event that you do not receive an email, you will need to apply again. All applicants will be notified by email regarding their selection status. Please be sure to check your email as to the next step in the recruitment process since this is the only form of communication that you will receive. If you are having difficulty in completing your on-line application, please call EdJoin Applicant Hotline 1-888-900-8945 for assistance. Vista Unified School District prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, intimidation, and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment, based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, immigration status, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender-identify, or gender expression, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. VUSD requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation or bullying. Rachel D'Ambroso, the Assistant Superintendent of Human Relations, is designated as the Title IX Compliance Officer and is responsible for employee complaints pertaining to discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and bullying. Phone: (760) 726-2170, extension 92202 or hr@vistausd.org. A copy of the district's Uniform Complaint/Sexual Harassment Policies and forms can be found at: https://www.vistausd.org/pf4/cms2/view_page?d=x&group_id=1516177617023&vdid=7i24b1rgcie925
Salary : $40
