Instructional Assistant-Transitional Kindergarten

Position Overview

The Transitional Kindergarten Assistant will work under the direction of an assigned administrator to support instruction and care for Trans. K students.

• Assist certificated staff with instructional activities to support individual or small groups of Transitional Kindergarten students.
• Confer with certificated staff concerning lesson plans and site materials to meet student needs.
• Assist with the implementation of lesson plans and instructional activities.
• Observe and track academic progress and behavior of students and provide updates to assigned teacher.
• Monitor and assist students at varying levels of ability with completing assignments and educational activities.
• Read to students and assist with reading activities, letter and word pronunciation, spelling and writing exercises.
• Observe and control behavior of students in the classroom according to approved procedures; enforce appropriate student behavior and ensure student understanding of classroom rules; monitor students during outdoor activities, recess, eating, field trips, and various other activities.
• Assist students with daily living and behavioral skills, including toileting, diapering and personal hygiene as needed.
• Provide classroom support by setting up work areas and displays and distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials.
• Maintain health and safety practices and procedures; administer first aid and CPR as needed.
• Assist students with operating computers and utilizing software and internet applications.
• Perform clerical duties in support of classroom activities: preparing, typing, duplicating, filing instructional materials, scoring student tests and assignments, recording grades and taking attendance, maintaining records related to student progress reports, scheduling meetings, appointments and services as assigned.
• Attend and participate in meetings, conferences and in‑services as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of at least 48 semester units of college study, or possession of an associate's degree or higher.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certificate issued by an authorized agency.

• Knowledge of grade‑level mathematics, language arts, and other academic subjects.
• Able to plan, schedule, and implement activities that are age‑appropriate and developmentally appropriate.
• Understanding of developmental needs of young children and basic instructional methods.
• Ability to enforce classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.
• Proficient with standard office equipment and software.
• Oral and written communication skills and correct English usage.
• Record‑keeping and filing techniques.
• First aid and CPR procedures.

• Take initiative in beginning tasks and following them through to completion.
• Use critical thinking and innovation to solve problems.
• Handle stressful situations with tact and professionalism.
• Work interactively as a team member.
• Adapt to a variety of situations and environments.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with colleagues.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Understand and relate to students/adults with special needs.
• Demonstrate a patient and receptive attitude toward transitional kindergarten students.
• Follow oral and written instructions reliably.
• Dependable and trustworthy.
• Lift and carry students, as required.
• Operate computers and relevant software.

Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency.

Qualified candidates will undergo a competitive testing process that may include written examinations, training and experience evaluations, performance examinations, and/or structured oral interviews.

Carlsbad Unified School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Carlsbad Unified School District aspires for our staff to reflect the rich diversity of our students.