Instructional Assistant - Multi-Purpose

Instructional Assistant - Multi-Purpose

Department:
Building Support Staff

Classification:
Non-Certified

Reports To:

Program certified staff/ Building Principal

Qualifications:

Valid and active Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with minimum of paraprofessional certification required

Ability to physically perform the essential functions of the position such as bend, carry, lift, push, pull, reach, sit, stand, walk including physically assist students as needed

Ability to lift, move or push 50 pounds for student assistance

Ability to interact closely with students with patience, flexibility, and a caring attitude that caters to diverse learning needs and styles

Ability to supervise and assist students in all weather conditions

Ability to work independently, stay on task, multitask, and assume responsibility to complete assigned projects and duties in a timely and efficient manner

Ability to proactively identify obstacles and implement solutions

Ability to understand and follow basic oral and written instructions and communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality and professionalism in effective working relationships with colleagues

Performance Responsibilities:

Demonstrate support for the mission, beliefs, and goals of MSD
114

Regularly discusses assigned duties with classroom teachers or specialists in order to coordinate instructional and program efforts

Prepares and utilizes lesson materials, bulletin board displays, exhibits, equipment, and materials as needed

Presents subject matter or intervention to students under direction and guidance of the program teachers

Maintains anecdotal records and data collection as directed by the teacher or related service personnel

Responsible for lesson planning with supervising certified staff members as needed

Responsible for progress monitoring and keeping records, as needed

Reports to the teacher any concerns or relevant information regarding individual students

Supervises students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, playgrounds, gyms, and on field trips

Works with students with multiple physical, cognitive, or developmental disabilities

Serves as chief source of information and helps any substitute teacher assigned in the absence of the teacher

Assists the classroom teacher in other tasks necessary in maintaining a professional and positive classroom environment, and performs other duties as may be assigned by the classroom teacher or administration

Terms of Employment:
Salary and Benefits based on Collective Bargaining Agreement

Application Procedure:
Complete application on Manhattan School District's Website

Manhattan School District 114 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The District does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.