ECE Instructional Assistant; MSD

Overview

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Basic information:
Instructional Assistant I working with students typically in programs for exceptional children or equivalent; monitor and report student progress. Possible travel requirement to Kentucky School of the Deaf (KSD).

Summary/Basic Function:
Assist a certificated teacher in providing one-on-one instruction to a student; monitor and report progress.

Instructional Assistant II incumbents work within a complex program typically requiring additional skills and increased independence. Instructional Assistant I incumbents assist a certificated teacher by performing a variety of support functions in a regular classroom setting.

• Tutor individuals or small groups of students typically with a disability or handicap, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress.
• Participate as member of an instructional team including remediation teams; develop appropriate relationships with parents and team members; serve as a resource person to the student personnel evaluation team.
• Transport students to and from activities and assist in preparation for treatment as required.
• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer and score a variety of tests according to established guidelines; assist in determining English proficiency of identified students.
• Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information; read, understand and assist in implementing, recording and monitoring student's IEP.
• Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; check and assist students with lab work as necessary.
• Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records.
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies.
• Assist in overseeing students while in labs or other activities; provide for supplies inventory as necessary.
• Assist students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off outer wear, moving between rooms, using the lavatory and others; assist student in getting on and off the bus.
• Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Contact parents of students who are absent; make home visits as necessary.
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.
• Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips.
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of: Basic subjects taught in the District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading;
Safe practices in classroom and playground activities;
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary;
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy;
Basic record-keeping techniques;
American Sign Language - Preferred

Ability To: Learn child guidance principles and practices;
Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public including members of ethnic communities;
Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities;
Print and write legibly;
Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately;
Understand and follow oral and written directions;
Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties;
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
Learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities;
Work cooperatively with others;
Monitor, observe and report students behavior according to approved policies and procedures;
Operate instructional and office equipment.

• Must have 60 credit hours from an institution of higher education (transcript required).
• OR Hold an Associate's (or higher) Degree (transcript required).
• OR Pass the Kentucky Para educator Assessment (KPA). This assessment must be given before the candidate is hired.