Instructional Assistant

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Assist in the presentation of instructional materials and academic instruction to individuals or small

groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher; assist students in their

understanding and comprehension of reading, writing, language arts, math and social studies,

performing remedial exercises and other basic instruction as required.

Repeat and reinforce instruction to assist students' comprehension and understanding; provide more individual assistance to students experiencing learning difficulty; explain errors and answer

questions; use games, skits, puppets and other instructional activities to reinforce the main lesson

plan.

Report progress regarding student performance and behavior as required; provide input and assist

instructors with determining student advancement through established learning programs.

Assist with teaching and developing large and small motor skills, hand-eye coordination and group

activity skills and responsibilities; utilize balls, ropes, balance beam and other physical education

equipment in developing motor skills.

Assist in the preparation of materials for classroom use as directed by the teacher; prepare flash

cards to assist student learning comprehension.

Observe and control behavior of students in and out of the classroom, including snack time, play

time and movement of students to various locations on the school campus.

Prepare, administer, correct and record tests, papers, essays and homework assignments as

directed; prepare homework packets as assigned; call students and parents to follow up on absences as assigned.

Perform a variety of clerical duties such as updating cumulative folders, recording grades,

assembling materials, preparing charts and bulletin boards, taking roll, maintaining records and

files, typing and duplicating classroom materials and distributing and collecting papers and

supplies.

Operate audio-visual equipment, copier, laminator and fax machine; set up displays as necessary;

operate a personal computer or computer terminal as required.

Assist students by providing a proper role model, emotional support, patience, a friendly attitude

and general guidance.

Confer with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs; arrange for guest

speakers and field trips as assigned.

Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures;

provide immediate basic first aid and comfort to students as needed.

Direct group activities of students as assigned.

Participate in meetings, in-service training programs and field trips as assigned.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Maintain regular attendance.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs other related work as required.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT:

General Office Equipment Personal Computer

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 30 college credit hours or

Associates Degree preferred

Experience working with youth in an organized setting and some instructional experience in a

classroom environment working with children and parents with special needs, multicultural and

multi-ethnic backgrounds.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid Texas driver's license

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of Cityscape Schools mission, philosophy, culture, protocol, and organizational

structure;

Knowledge of local, state and federal laws governing education;

Knowledge of elementary, secondary or special education principles, practices and procedures;

Knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching;

Knowledge of No Child Left Behind, Texas Education Agency, and school rules, regulations and

procedures;

Ability to cultivate and maintain effective relationships with a diverse group of people and remain

sensitive to their concerns;

Ability to present a positive and professional image of Cityscape Schools;

Basic subjects taught including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.

Correct oral and written usage of English and a designated second language.

Child guidance principles and practices.

Classroom procedures and conduct.

Basic instructional techniques.

School and classroom rules,…