SPED Instructional Assistant - Rio Vista Elementary

Instructional Assistant Special Education

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual and/or small groups of students in a special education program. Monitors and reports progress regarding behavior, health, social and cognitive performance. Perform a variety of clerical and supportive duties related to program needs and classroom activities.

Representative Duties:

(All duties and tasks are essential unless noted with an S)

• Reinforces instruction to students with a variety of special academic and behavioral needs;
• Assists with the organization of the classroom environment and preparation, distribution and collection of papers, supplies and materials in a neat and orderly manner;
• Assists teacher with classroom setup, such as bulletin boards and work areas;
• Presents lessons in academic, social/emotional, fine/gross motor, health and behavioral skills and other areas as assigned;
• Assists with student behavior, following classroom rules, behavior plans and approved techniques and strategies;
• Assists teacher with monitoring and reporting of progress regarding student performance and achievement through observation, assessment and daily contact;
• Accompanies and assists students in general education classroom, computer lab, library and other settings as assigned;
• Performs a variety of clerical duties, such as preparing, typing and copying instructional materials, scoring papers (with answer guide) and answering phones;
• Assists with parent/guardian communication via telephone, written communication and translates and interprets as needed;
• Assists with preparing and maintaining student records and files as necessary, to include Individualized Educational Programs paperwork;
• When requested, confers with teachers and support staff concerning Individualized Educational Programs;
• Directs group activities of students to include lunch, recess, playground, field trips and other activities as assigned;
• Accompanies and assists students at community trips, bus stops, offices and other locations as assigned;
• Assist with toileting and training needs of students;
• Assists with self-help skills of students (eating, dressing, and personal hygiene such as toileting, diapering, cleaning and grooming)
• Assists with supervision, assuring the health and safety of students, and implementing specialized physical health care plans (such as catheterization, suctioning, seizure disorders/procedures, tube feeding) as prescribed by a nurse;
• May attend school functions, staff in-service training and other meetings;
• May assist in other classrooms on an emergency basis (S);

Performs related duties as assigned

Knowledge of:

• Basic principles and practices of child development.
• General needs and behavior of children.
• Methods and techniques of instruction.
• Basic subjects taught in District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.
• Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Classroom procedures and equipment.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Reading and writing communication skills

Ability to:

• Assist with instruction and related activities in a special education program;
• Understand and follow oral and written directions;
• Assist students with all subjects and lessons taught in the classroom;
• Assist in supervising and disciplining assigned students according to approved policies and procedures;
• Plan and organize work; maintain records and prepare reports; meet schedules and timelines;
• Communicate effectively with students and adults;
• Operate a variety of office equipment such as, but not limited to, computer terminal, typewriter, calculator, telephone, fax, two-way radio and copier;
• Ability to read and write at the level required to perform the duties of this position - print and write legibly;
• Supervise and discipline students according to approved procedures;
• Assist students and staff with various self-help and health procedures;
• Accept and carry out work assignments cooperatively and willingly;
• Work with others effectively, tactfully, courteously and respectfully;

Education/Licenses/

Experience:

• Must have one of the following:
• Completion of an Associate of Arts (AA) degree;
• 48 units of course work at the college level
• High School Diploma or GED and the successful completion of a comprehensive exam in the areas of reading, math, and written language.
• Successful completion of an exam that assesses the individual's ability to work with children.
• Previous experience working with children preferable.
• Tuberculosis screening and clearance every four years.
• Must have or is responsible for obtaining standard first aid and CPR within three months of hire date.

Physical Requirements

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 the individuals with disabilities to perform the…