Instructional Assistant Special Educationschool year

Definition:Under the direction of a certificated teacher assist the teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups of students in an assigned special education program; monitor and report student progress regarding behavior and performance; perform a variety of clerical and supportive duties related to classroom activities; perform related duties as Standards:Education and Experience Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and one year of experience in working with children in an organized and Abilities Knowledge of: child guidance principles and practices especially as they relate to special education students; problems and concerns of students with special needs; basic subjects taught in District schools including arithmetic grammar spelling language and reading; basic record-keeping to: assist with instruction and related activities in an assigned special education program; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; operate instructional and office Requirement: All candidates will be required to pass an Instructional Aide Proficiency Test before being considered for this position.