Instructional Assistant, St. Thomas School

St. Thomas More School, Allentown

Instructional Assistant (Student Services)

Non-Exempt

Part-Time

Reports to the assigned Teacher and Director of Student Services

Assisting the assigned classroom teacher(s) in instructing and supervising students in a manner that will contribute towards their development as mature, able, and responsible students.

• Under the direction of a classroom teacher, assists with instructional activities by working with students individually and in small groups on language arts, math, practical skills, handwriting, arts and crafts, self-care skills, behavior management, and other areas.
• Monitor students and continue classroom activities if the teacher is interrupted and/or involved in other program activities.
• Monitor/supervise students out of the classroom as assigned.
• Assist in preparing bulletin boards and other classroom instructional materials.
• Review daily schedule(s) with assigned teacher(s).
• Keep daily attendance records and do clerical work related to classroom programs.
• Collect and correct student work as appropriate.
• Prepare, distribute, and collect notes to parents.
• Assist students and teachers with preparing copies, technological needs, and materials needed for instruction.
• Escort student(s) throughout the building as needed. Attend specials with students if required.
• Eat lunch with students or supervise if required.
• Assist in making contacts for field trips.
• Assist with special projects and evening programs as requested by the classroom teacher, Director of Student Services, or building principal (back to school bash, meet the teacher night, P/T conferences).
• Monitor playground activities and assist with the arrival and dismissal of students.
• Prepare, adapt, and modify educational materials and supplies to enhance student understanding and learning.
• Attend and complete successfully all staff development training and/or meetings as required by the employer.
• Practice appropriate hygienic precautions for students, self, and the work environment.
• Perform other duties as requested by assigned classroom teacher(s) and/or Director of Student Services, and/or building principal.

Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church, all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church regarding matters of faith and morals, including maintaining a lifestyle that is in conformity with the teachings of the Catholic Church.

• High School Diploma.
• A minimum of 2 years of college or related coursework in child development.

• Effective oral and written expression.
• Ability to communicate and work with students and staff.
• Ability to work independently with students and supervise students in the absence of the teacher.
• Must be familiar with academic subjects and be able to utilize classroom materials and technology.
• Clear records of Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH), Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Fingerprint Check as required under Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Act 153 of 2014 (No less than 1 year old.) As well as attendance at the online Protecting God's Children class and Mandated Reporter Training.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.

The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear; frequent use of equipment including repetitive motions and computer eye fatigue; possible biological exposure to…