Summer Learning Academy Instructional Assistant | Elementary

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the guidance of licensed and professional instructional staff, this classification represents a broad grouping of varied positions providing instructional support and assistance to children. Positions assigned to this classification are expected to have gained or learned basic knowledge, skills, and fundamentals of learning theory, child development, behavioral management/modification, and general instructional fundamentals in order to work in the classroom with groups of students or 1:1 in the areas of instructional reinforcement and student learning assistance. Responsibilities and duties are performed under the immediate supervision of licensed instructional personnel and involve assisting and guiding students in the reinforcement of District curriculum and academic subject areas such as reading, math, science, language, or other classroom subjects by implementing behavioral plans and/or monitoring and enforcing appropriate behavior in accordance with instructional lesson plans and/or student IEP’s.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reinforces, practices, and reintroduces reading, math, science, language, and other academic instructional subjects, concepts, and lessons delivered in the classroom by licensed instructional staff.
• Works with students in the classroom in small groups or on a 1:1 basis.
• Carries out and implements daily objectives to assist the student in learning the material and daily lessons provided by licensed instructional staff.
• Provides assistance to students in daily living skills, health needs, and/or hygiene needs, if required.
• Monitors, assesses, and supervises student behaviors to assure consistent behavioral management consistent with any student IEP or to reinforce appropriate behavior and learning within the classroom.
• Implements and provides appropriate consequences for inappropriate behavior consistent with District philosophy, rules, and/or individual behavioral plans.
• Assists licensed staff in adapting and modifying lesson plans for students with special needs or in need of additional reinforcement/practice.
• Supports instructional personnel in the preparation of classrooms, daily lesson plans, and activities.
• Assembles classroom materials and supplies needed.
• Helps students with daily living skills or routines.
• Types tests, handouts or other materials.
• Copies and duplicates materials needed for lesson plans.
• Assists in correcting tests, scoring tests, recording test results, etc.
• Meets with instructional staff to discuss student needs and student progress.
• Provides input and assists staff in identifying problems, concerns, issues, or student progress.
• Aides other District personnel in supervising students during study halls, lunchrooms, playgrounds, hallways, or in bus loading/unloading.
• Carries out the duties of “student monitor” but on a more limited basis.
• Performs other comparable duties of a like or similar nature as assigned.
• Attends training sessions, workshops, seminars, etc. to keep skills and knowledge current.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of basic math, reading, language, science, or other academic concepts pertinent to the area of assignment.
• Understanding of general learning concepts, theories, and fundamentals.
• Awareness of child development fundamentals and concepts.
• Knowledge of problem solving and conflict resolution techniques.
• Comprehension of behavioral management strategies, crisis intervention, and methods.
• Expertise of District policies, guidelines, rules, or philosophy pertaining to discipline and appropriate student behavior and consequences.
• Supervising student behavior and applying consistent consequences for appropriate and inappropriate behaviors.
• Adapting lesson plans to the individual needs of students to facilitate their learning and to assist them in meeting any individual learning plans and objectives
• Reading and interpreting documents, administrative policies, manuals, department guidelines, and operational procedures.
• Writing routine correspondence, routine reports, memos, documents, charts, or other correspondence/recording keeping requirements of the job.
• Presenting, reintroducing and reinforcing information in 1:1 and/or small group situations to students, parents, staff, or other employees concerning District/program routines, policies, rules, learning principles, concepts, and other lesson plans.
• Taking instruction and direction from licensed personnel and following classroom/program routines.
• Learning and applying academic subject material relevant to their duties and needed in the reinforcement or tutoring of students.
• Interacting with and serving as a role model concerning learning and behaviors.
• Dealing appropriately with student conflict and behavioral issues consistently and in accordance with District guidelines, disciplinary principles, and/or individual student plans.
• Reinforcing and assisting students in acquiring or performing basic living skills or health needs.

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 sit; use hands; talk; and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; and lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Often involves extended periods of sitting while working on a computer, preparing reports, and managing schedules.
• Frequently move between classrooms, meeting spaces, offices, and or interact with staff.
• May need to lift and carry items such as books, instructional materials, office supplies, or audiovisual equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• May involve setting up materials, organizing workshops, or managing logistics for educational purposes.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• AA degree or the completion of 60 post-secondary credits in relevant subject areas. If hired prior to 2005, employees must be able to pass state competency tests/requirements.
• Major field of study or degree emphasis: Child development, human development, learning, behavioral management, or closely related area
• No specific licenses or certification required to gain entry into the classification.
• The School District may require specific certifications, courses and/or licenses after hiring depending upon the specific job assignment, or needs of the District.

BENEFIT INFORMATION

This position is classified as Temporary/Seasonal and is not eligible for benefits.