Instructional Assistant, Multi-Grade

POSITION PURPOSE:

Performs instructional support work assisting classroom teachers in classroom activities as well as general administrative support tasks. Implements goals and objectives established by licensed teachers and works directly with students. Assists in the instruction of individual students or groups of students in all curricular areas as directed by teachers or administrators. Plans and collaborates with teachers in devising special strategies for reinforcing skills and concepts based on the understanding of individual students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Working knowledge of successful instructional delivery methods;
• Working knowledge of the core subjects at the grade level to which employment assignment is made;
• Ability to recognize and support students of diverse backgrounds, learning abilities, and learning styles;
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of personally identifiable information in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) and other applicable federal and state laws, policies, and regulations;
• Ability to work in a team environment and effectively collaborate with others;
• Ability to motivate students;
• Ability to constantly supervise the safety and well-being of students;
• Ability to work with a diverse student population and recognize variations in student backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback;
• Ability to implement academic and behavioral interventions, as needed;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, businesses, community agencies, and the public.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED and shall hold, or be working toward, an Associate’s degree in birth-through kindergarten, child development, early childhood education, or an early childhood education related field or a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Instructional Assistants working toward the minimum of an Associate’s

degree or CDA shall make progress by completing a minimum of six documented semester hours per year; OR

• Meet the employment requirements outlined by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), Pub.
  
  L.114-95, AND have one of the following:

• Six documented semester hours of coursework in early childhood education, OR
• Two years of work experience in an early childhood setting.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• None

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• First aid and CPR certifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

WORKING CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to use a variety of office equipment such as computers, scanners, and copiers. Must be able to communicate effectively. At times…