Instructional Assistant K-3

Pendergast Elementary School District

Job Location:

Phoenix, NM - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB TITLE:Instructional Assistant K-3/Playground Assistant

(Part Time)

EXEMPT: No

GRADE:107

LOCATION: Amberlea

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:9-Month

REPORTS TO:Principal

SUMMARY: The job of Instructional Assistant K-3 is done for the purpose(s) of assisting (under direct supervision) in the supervision and instruction of students; relieving teachers of clerical tasks.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma GED or equivalent
60 College Credit Hours or AA Degree or proof of successfully passing a State-approved Para-professional assessment of immunity to Measles and German Measles (MMR)
Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Job-related experience

Such alternatives to the above required & preferred qualifications as the Superintendent/Designee may find appropriate and acceptable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administers tests for the purpose of assisting teacher in evaluating students progress
Assists students individually or in groups with lesson assignments for the purpose of presenting and/or reinforcing learning concepts
Assists teachers (e.g. reading drill work storytelling correcting papers supervising testing etc.) for the purpose of developing and implementing lesson plans
Assists the teacher with non-instructional duties (e.g. snacks toileting clothing routines etc.) for the purpose of providing assistance to teacher and students as may be required
Confers with teachers for the purpose of assisting in evaluation of students progress and/or implementing of students objectives
Guides independent study (e.g. enrichment work remedial work etc.) for the purpose of ensuring student success
Maintains classroom equipment students files records etc. for the purpose of ensuring availability of items and/or documentation as may be required
Monitors individual students classroom and/or playground activities for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment
Participates in various meetings (e.g. in-service training etc.) for the purpose of sharing information and/or improving ones skills/knowledge
Performs record keeping and basic clerical functions (e.g. scheduling copying etc.) for the purpose of supporting the teacher in maintaining student files and providing classroom materials
Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured students fights etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns
Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
Perform such other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent/Designee

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Skills are required to perform multiple non-technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: various specific skills.

Knowledge is required to perform basic math including calculations using fractions percents and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals; write documents following prescribed formats; and/or present information to others; and understand complex multi-step oral and written instructions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: knowledge of pertinent codes policies regulations and/or laws.

Ability is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with variety of data; and utilize specific job-related working with others independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; communicating with diverse groups; and meeting deadlines and schedules.

RESPONSIBILITY:

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading guiding and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of significant resources from other work units is sometimes required to perform the jobs functions. There is some opportunity to significantly impact the Organizations services.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting carrying pushing and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping kneeling crouching and/or crawling; and significant fine-finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 34% sitting 33% walking and 33% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and some hazardous conditions.

JOB TITLE:Instructional Assistant K-3/Playground Assistant (Part Time) EXEMPT: No GRADE:107 LOCATION: Amberlea TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:9-MonthREPORTS TO:Principal ...