CLASS TITLE:                     Instructional Assistant I

REPORTS TO:                     Principal

SUPERVISES:                      N/A

BASIC FUNCTION: 

Assist a certificated teacher by performing a variety of support functions in a classroom setting. Assist in providing instruction to individuals or small groups.  Monitor and report student progress.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: 

The terms of employments are designated by the contract. 

• Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics and demonstrate punctuality and regular attendance;
• Tutor individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher and maintain records of student progress;
• Participate as member of an instructional team including remediation teams;
• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer and score a variety of tests according to established guidelines; assist in determining English proficiency of identified students;
• Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information;
• Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; check and assist students with lab work as necessary;
• Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records;
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies;
• Assist in overseeing students while in labs; provide for supplies inventory as necessary;
• Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance;
• Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs;
• Contact parents of students who are absent; make home visits as necessary;
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations;
• Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips;
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned;
• Provide supervision to the class in absence of the teacher;
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: 

KNOWLEDGE OF: 

• Basic subjects taught, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading;
• Safe practices in classroom and playground activities;
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary;
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy;
• Basic record-keeping techniques. 

ABILITY TO: 

• Learn child guidance principles and practices;
• Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public including members of ethnic communities;
• Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities;
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately; print and write legibly;
• Understand and follow oral and written directions;
• Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• Learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities;
• Work cooperatively with others;
• Monitor, observe and report students’ behavior according to approved policies and procedures;
• Operate instructional and office equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking;
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing;
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations;
• Requires bending, squatting , crawling, climbing, reaching;
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights.

 EVALUATION: 

• Annual development of a Professional Growth Plan.
• Evaluated annually by the principal in accordance with classified personnel standards.

 EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate;
• Experience working with children in an organized setting preferred;
• Successful completion of one of the following:  Associates Degree OR Two (2) years of full-time college study OR KY Para-educator Assessment
• If you don't have one of these degrees you may use this application and apply as an Instructional Monitor