Substitute Instructional Assistant

Job Summary

Assists in conducting intensified learning experiences in the classroom. Performs clerical and supportive tasks for instructional personnel. Aids in related work as required.

Other duties may be assigned.

• Tutors students individually or in small groups to reinforce learning activity.
• Helps develop a variety of instructional materials.
• Maintains student records as needed.
• Files student information and materials as needed.
• Operates instructional media, machines and equipment.
• Maintains discipline in the absence of the teacher.
• Aids homeroom teacher during student arrivals and departures.
• Supervises students during lunch and recess periods.
• Attends seminars, workshops and meetings in the area of instructional services.
• Demonstrates positive attitude toward children.
• Maintains cooperative working relationships with students, staff, parents and the general public.
• May escort children to and from various rooms.
• Effectively and efficiently performs all assigned areas of responsibility.
• Maintains appropriate appearance.
• Ensures own regular and prompt attendance.
• Effectively completes regular and other job performance criteria as assigned.
• Promotes good public relations for the school district and community
• Remains free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the Corporation.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to students.

Some experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Substitute teacher's license as issued by the State Department of Education.

Switzerland County School Corporation is committed to equal opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, handicapping conditions or national origin, including limited English proficiency, in any employment opportunity. No person is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination on such basis under any educational program or student activity.