Instructional Assistant SPED ModerateSevere SDC McFarland Junior High

McFARLAND UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Title and Classification: Instructional Assistant

Supervisor: Site Administrator

Terms of Employment: 10 months/year

Salary Range: Classified Salary Schedule Range 113

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom or other learning environment; assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of lesson plans as required; perform related clerical duties.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Assist a certificated teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom or other environment; monitor and oversee student drills practices and assignments in assigned subjects; confer with teacher concerning lesson plans and materials to meet student needs.

Assist students in completing classroom assignments homework and projects in assigned subject areas; assure student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students by answering questions providing proper examples emotional support friendly attitude and general guidance.

Read books to students and observe their reading abilities as assigned; assist students with letter and word pronunciation and recognition as required; assist students with spelling and writing exercises and assignments.

Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of classroom activities such as preparing typing duplicating and filing instructional materials; receive telephone calls; grade student tests and assignments and record grades as required.

Observe and control behavior of students in the classroom according to established policies and procedures; monitor students during outdoor and various other activities as assigned; monitor and report progress regarding student performance and behavior.

Explain and assure student understanding of classroom assignment and homework instructions; assist assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson plans; assist in administering and monitor students during tests as assigned.

Maintain various records and files related to students assignments performance progress behavior reading lesson plans and assigned activities as required.

Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures; maintain classroom and other assigned areas in a safe orderly and clean manner.

Operate a variety of classroom and office equipment such as a laminator copier binder paper cutter collator hole puncher stapler computer and assigned software.

Provide classroom support to the teacher by setting up work areas decorations and displays and distributing and collecting paper supplies and materials; prepare and assemble instructional packets as assigned.

Communicate with students in English and a designated second language to facilitate the learning process as assigned by the position; provide oral and written translation between teachers parents staff and others as required; translate notes letters and other materials as needed.

Provide routine first aid to injured students according to established procedures as assigned by the position.

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Child guidance principles and practices.

Safe practices in classroom activities.

Basic subjects taught in District schools including arithmetic grammar spelling language and reading.

Basic instructional methods and techniques.

Correct English usage grammar spelling punctuation and vocabulary.

Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.

Operation of standard office and classroom equipment.

Oral and written communication skills.

Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy.

Record-keeping and filing techniques.

ABILITY TO:

Assist with instruction and related activities in a classroom or other learning environment.

Reinforce instruction to individual or small groups of students as directed by the teacher.

Assist in the preparation of instructional materials and implementation of lesson plans.

Perform a variety of clerical duties including typing filing and duplicating materials.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Monitor observe and report student behavior and progress according to approved policies and procedures.

Read books to students and assist with reading and writing activities as assigned.

Observe health and safety regulations.

Maintain records and files.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Operate standard office and classroom equipment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Special Qualifications upon hire for positions at a school site that is supported by Title I funds pursuant to the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001:

Complete at least 2 years of study at an institution of higher education (college level) OR

Obtained an associates (or higher) degree OR

Met (pass) an assessment that demonstrates knowledge of and the ability to assist in teaching reading writing and mathematics OR reading writing and mathematics readiness.

NOTE: Instructional Aides hired prior to January 8 2002 have until January 8 2006 to complete the above requirements.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Some positions in this class may require possession of a valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

Classroom environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate standard office and classroom equipment.

Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.

Bending at the waist kneeling or crouching to assist students.

Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student activities.

Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

Reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally.