Associate, Study Hall High School

INDIANOLA COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Position Description

Position Title: AssociateStudy Hall

Department: Study Hall

Reports To: Building Administration

SUMMARY:

Provides assistance and supports to students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential duties must be performed on site. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis.
• Foster a calm encouraging and respectful environment that helps high school students focus study and make the most of their academic time.
• Manage a large-group dynamic with a warm professional and consistent approach promoting mutual respect and self-discipline among students.
• Efficiently and accurately record daily attendance using school database systems ensuring every student is accounted for promptly at the start of each period.
• Adhere to all district and building policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate collegiality cooperation and professionalism in working with a variety of school personnel students parents and other stakeholders.
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students equipment materials and facilities daily.
• Maintains accurate complete and correct records as required by law district policy and administrative regulations.
• Meets core expectations for all staff reflected in Iowa Administrative Code Board Policy and the district performance evaluation system.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises students during study table for 90 minutes on Wednesday afternoons.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the school.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications

SKILLS KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating equipment used in specialized health care equipment; operating assistive technology devices and equipment; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math including calculations using fractions percentages and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals write documents following prescribed formats and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: basic needs and behavior of children with severe physical cognitive or vision disabilities; assistive technology devices; instructional procedures and practices; age appropriate student activities; safety practices and procedures; and basic child development theory and principles as needed.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; gather and/or collate data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and utilize equipment under a variety of conditions for multiple purposes. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with constant interruptions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; leading guiding and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the organizations services.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting carrying pushing and/or pulling; frequent climbing and balancing; frequent stooping kneeling crouching and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 35% sitting 30% walking and 35% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness and in a clean atmosphere.

EXPERIENCE:

None specified

EDUCATION:

High school diploma/GED

REQUIRED TESTING:

None specified.

CERTIFICATIONS:

None specified

CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING:

Prescribed training modules

CLEARANCES:

Criminal Fingerprint/Background Check

Bloodborne Pathogens Training

Seclusion and Restraint (i.e. Chapter 103) training

Mandatory Reporter Training -Child and Dependent Adult Abuse

Prescribed District Training Modules

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Salary:

Associate Salary Schedule

Required Experience:

IC