Instructional Aide- Middle School - Special Education

Location: Nuevo

Nuview Union School District

DEFINITION:
Under general supervision of the site administrator, to perform a variety of follow-up instructional activities; to assist in the conduct of training and learning activities with children experiencing special learning needs; to perform a variety of routine clerical and supportive activities for instructional personnel; and to do other job related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The instructional Aide (IA)- Special Education classification is under the supervision of the school principal, and is placed at individual sites dependent on the needs of students. Instructional Aide (IA)-Special Education may coordinate and work with other Special Education staff including, but not limited to:
Special education and general education teachers, psychologists, SLP, other Instructional Assistants. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:
The duties listed are typical, but not exclusive:

* Assists instructional personnel with the presentation of learning materials and in the conduct of instructional exercises.

* Tutors individual students and small groups of students with the learning needs to reinforce and follow up learning and training activities.

* Monitors and assists students with special learning needs in drill, practice, and study activities as a follow-up to the presentation of instructional lessons by instructional personnel.

* Directs students into safe learning and play activities and functions, and assists in shaping appropriate social behaviors.

* Assists in the management of student behavior through the use of positive reinforcement strategies and other appropriate techniques.

* Assists in the preparation of a variety of instructional materials and learning aids geared to the instructional level of children with special needs.

* Assists in maintaining a variety of records and files, including confidential student records and medical information.

* Assists in supervision of students during classroom activities, on campus/play fields, nutrition times, library, and field trips.

* Monitors and assists in the remediation of specific learning problems and conditions.

* Assists in maintaining an orderly, attractive, and positive learning environment.

* Operates and assists students in using a variety of instructional materials, media, and computer assisted instructional equipment and software programs.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE:
Knowledge of:

* correct English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation;

* the needs and concerns of children with learning disabilities;

* basic record keeping.

ABILITY TO:

* meet the physical, mental and environmental demands of position;

* work with children or groups of children effectively;

* meet district stands for physical and mental health;

* understand and carry out oral and written directions;

* establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;

* perform tasks in a safe and efficient manner, so as not cause a risk to the health and safety of self and others.

REQUIRED:

• Submit a completed Nuview Union School District application through edjoin.org.
• Submit a current resume.
• Forward three current letters of recommendation.
• If waiving the Instructional Aide test a copy of your degree or transcripts MUST be attached to your online application in order to have the test waived. Education, Training, and

Experience:

• Successful work with children in an educational/recreational setting;
• MUST submit verification of completion of the twelfth grade through diploma, high school transcripts or GED certificate at the time of hire;
• MUST meet one of the following requirements: a. Submit verification of an AA/S degree or above; OR b. Submit verification of completion of a minimum of (48) semester units of higher education (official transcripts required); OR c. Successfully pass the district Instructional Aide test.

NOTE:

Applicants DO NOT have to take the Instructional Aide Test if they have an Associate Degree or above, OR have completed 48 units of higher education.

TESTING: INSTRUCTIONAL AIDE TEST Applicants will be notified of testing date via email if needed.