Custer Elementary School Instructional Assistant

Custer Elementary School Instructional Assistant

Breckinridge County School District Custer Elementary School - Custer, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

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Starting Date: Immediately

Breckinridge County Schools
Job Description

JOB TITLE:Custer Elementary Instructional Assistant
SUPERVISOR: Principal
EXEMPT STATUS: Non-Exempt
WORK YEAR: 181 Days

BASIC FUNCTION: To assist, under the direction and supervision of certified personnel, in providing the best educational experience for all students.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Instructs individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher
• Participates as a member of an instructional team; develops appropriate relationships with team members, parents, and students
• Prepares and organizes lessons as directed by the teacher
• Monitors and reports the behavior of students according to approved procedures
• Performs routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operates copy machines; maintains classroom records, maintains attendance records
• Provides 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
• Assists in overseeing students while in activities; provides for supplies as necessary
• Assists students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude, and general guidance
• Confers, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs
• Assures the health and safety of students by following health practices and regulations
• Directs group activities of students as assigned; assists in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assigned; assists in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips
• Participates in meetings and training programs as assigned
• Assists certified persons in implementing all policies and regulations governing student conduct for the classroom and related school activities
• Acts in accordance with the policies as set forth by the Breckinridge County Board of Education, KRS, KAR, and applicable Federal laws and regulations
• Demonstrates loyalty, dedication, and a positive attitude toward the mission and goals of the Breckinridge County Schools
• Is punctual and prepared for immediate assumption of duties upon arrival at school
• Utilizes time appropriately and maintains good attendance
• Is familiar with emergency procedures and crisis management and assists with implementation as necessary
• Duties may include performance of health services, for which training will be provided
• Performs other duties as assigned by the principal or other administrator

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• 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
• Curriculum, instruction, and assessment
• Operation of a computer terminal and data entry techniques
• Oral and written communication skills
• Laws, rules, and regulations related to assigned activities

ABILITIES:

• Learn child guidance principles and practices
• Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public, including members of diverse 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must bemet by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work is primarily sedentary. The work requires the use of hands for simple graspingand fine manipulations. The work at times requires bending, squatting, reaching, withthe ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights. The work requires activities involvingdriving automotive equipment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience and preparation required by the Board
• Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. certificate
• Must have one of the following: associate degree, 48 college hours, or pass the KY Para educator exam

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must demonstrate…