KITS Instructional Assistant III

This position is grant-funded and is under the general supervision of the KITS Lead Teacher and Site Supervisor. The person in this positionassists the lead teacher in implementing the School Readiness Group curriculum 5 times/week including behavior management techniques consistent with the Kids in Transition to School (KITS) model and philosophy including appropriate use of reinforcement and limit setting. Attend weekly clinical meetings. Complete impressions about each child and group as a whole after each session. This position is temporary for the length of the grant. Training: Up to 40 hours during the last two weeks of June. Summer hours: M-F 7/5-8/13

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other related duties as assigned.

Essential Job Tasks to be Performed

1. Assist with lessons and role-plays;
2. Under the direction of a licensed teacher providing supplemental practice in various learning experiences including drills and activities using learning strategies designed to reinforce or modify skills.
3. Demonstrate regular and acceptable attendance and punctuality as set forth in Board Policy.
4. Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students staff parents and community members and resolves conflict in a professional manner.
5. Reports safety sanitary and fire hazards immediately to supervisor.
6. Monitor flow and timing of activities;
7. Monitor overall behavior and interactions among the group;
8. Work with Oregon Social Learning Center Director Lead Teacher and site supervisor
9. Ongoing assessment of childrens strengths and needs;
10. Coordinate with program supervisor and team to develop adaptations and support for individual student needs
11. Participate in the weekly clinical team meetings
12. Helping students develop positive interpersonal relationships with peers and adults; promoting the safety of the students by helping them develop self-confidence.
13. Maintains a safe and secure environment for students at all times.

Instructional assistance is provided under the professional guidance of a teacher who is responsible for discussing and preparing lesson plans and approving instructional techniques. Administrative supervision and evaluation is provided by the building principal or other administrative supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

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: Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school or at least one-year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and Must be highly qualified under the reauthorized ESEA. Prior successful experience working in a school setting or with young children strongly preferred.

• Interpersonal Skills: Works well with others from diverse Focuses on solving conflict; maintaining confidentiality; listening to others without interrupting; keeping emotions under control; remaining open to others ideas and contributing to building a positive team spirit. Demonstrated ability to successfully work with young children.
• Language Skills: Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing in Ability to effectively present information and respond effectively to questions in one-on-one small group situations to students and other school staff. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules IEPs lesson plans data memos e-mails operating and maintenance instructions procedure manuals and governmental regulations. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral schedule or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Computer Skills: General knowledge of computer usage and ability to use e-mail internet software word processing software and computer programs used by the Ability to type accurately and proficiently.
• Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to appropriately communicate with students teachers parents and members of the community. Ability to exercise good judgment to meet timelines and work in a dynamic environment. Experience working with/ and or educating young children. Understanding of child development and appropriate expectations for 4-6-year-olds. Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously.
• Certificates Licenses Registrations: Certificates as determined by the District including meeting current highly qualified requirements under the reauthorized Ability to obtain a valid CPR/First Aid card bloodborne pathogen training and blood spill training.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk stand sit use hands for fine manipulation handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stoop kneel or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision ability to adjust focus and peripheral vision.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment combines standard office setting including standard office equipment (fax copier phone computer 10-key etc.) with the standard classroom setting. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate but occasionally high depending upon student population and activities. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions and outdoor weather conditions. The employee may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens.

OTHER

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities skills duties requirements efforts functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

Required Experience:

Junior IC