Instructional Assistant One-to-One

MOUNTAIN VIEW-LOS ALTOS UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT1299 BRYANT AVENUEMOUNTAIN VIEW CA 94040CLASS TITLE: ONE-ON-ONE INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANTBASIC FUNCTION:Incumbents in this position assist a certificated teacher in the instruction and supervision of an assigned individual student with special needs as prescribed by an IEP or by school administration. The emphasis of the position is on providing direct instructional and/or physical care assistance on a one to one basis to a student with special needs. Employees in this classification receive direct to general supervision from a certificated teacher within a well-defined framework of policies and procedures. Where appropriate employees in this classification will receive training and indirect supervision by qualified appropriate personnel in the performance of specific medical or behavior modification procedures. Theses services may be provided in a variety of settings in and out of the classroom and may include monitoring student needs communication with student staff and parents and related clerical DUTIES:Assist student with personal hygiene and grooming functions including toileting and diaper change clean-up and changing clothing washing hair care dental hygiene etc as necessaryEscorts assigned student outside a classroom situation; ensuring students safety social integration and securityAssists student in motor skill activities (gross/fine) such as balancing throwing catching swimming sensory perception sports and games etcAssist students with physical impairments that limit major life activitiesAssist certificated teacher in supervising and directing the students learning activities during instructional periods and in maintaining records and files related to the student and his/her classroom communication between the student teachers school administrators and district staffAssist certificated teacher with instruction testing and creating a learning environment conducive to student learning and progressAssist special needs student in his/her mainstream classes by providing necessary support under the direction and in cooperation with mainstream and special program teachersKeep the special program teacher apprised of progress and problems special needs students may be experiencing in their classesPerform related duties as assignedKNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:KNOWLEDGE OF:Methods to successfully provide necessary medical behavior management safety and welfare assistance to a student as prescribedDistrict policies laws regulations and guidelines pertaining to designated program academic skills in language arts and mathematicsCorrect usage of English i.e. proper use of grammar spelling punctuation and vocabularyStrong interpersonal skills i.e. patience respect tolerance tact courtesy conflict management and communicationTechniques principles and practices used in tutoring mentoring and supervising studentsHealth and safety regulationsRecord keeping techniquesABILITY TO:Maintain confidentiality of pupil and school informationMonitor student conduct according to approved policies and proceduresPerform physical duties pertaining to student needs with patience tact and good judgment within established guidelines and trainingCommunicate effectively both orally and in writing with students parents and staffEstablish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others including community agencies and other service providersOperate instructional and office equipment including use of computersRemain calm and deal with crisis situations appropriatelyUnderstand and carry out oral and written instructionsShow initiative and use of good judgmentEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:High school graduate; enjoys working with high school aged students. Prior experience in related field desirable. Passage of a local assessment test required or evidence of ability to provide instruction at the level required for the TRAINING: All incumbents in this classification will have the opportunity to earn an additional stipend equal to one range higher on the salary schedule (pro-rated to the percentage worked). Individuals who are recommended for a stipend must meet the following criteria:the employee must meet the current educational requirement for the position (i.e. AA degree two years of college or passage of a local assessment test required)the employee should currently be on or have completed one year on column E of the salary schedule. Exceptions are at the discretion of the specific tasks may be quite different incumbents perform similar kinds of responsible instructional support duties. Factors that will determine award of the stipend will include relative nature of duties performeddifficulty complexity variety and specialized knowledge or skills requiredindependence of action and decision used to perform duties andongoing nature of an assignment requiring daily application and use of the above mentioned stipend will cease at the point that the above mentioned criteria is no longer met. Individuals may be recommended for a stipend by the department coordinator/supervisor or administrator or by initiating a request for such consideration. Each request will be reviewed by a site administrator and the Associate Superintendent for Personnel. The Associate Superintendent for Personnel will make the final determination. His/her decision shall be final and binding and shall not be subject to any grievance DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:High school classroom enviornmentIndoor and outdoor environmentSituations may require lifting and vigorous physical activityMay be subject to discourteous studentsLicenses and other requirements:Criminal Justice fingerprint clearanceFirst Aid/CPR as required by the assignmentEvidence of TB clearanceIf required to operate a vehicle:Valid California Motor Vehicle Operators LicenseAcceptable driving record and qualification for insurability by the Districts insurance carrier