Middle School RTI Instructional Assistant

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
• Experience and skill utilizing computer- and web-based productivity tools including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite and Google workspace tools

The Middle School RTI Instructional Assistant will work under the supervision of school administration and the Middle School RTI Instructor to assist in facilitating the following functions:

• Design lessons based on the Tennessee Department of Education Curriculum Standards for the assigned subject area and courses;
• Use various instructional strategies and groupings to support students' mastery of standards and skill attainment in the subject area;
• Prepare for assigned courses and shows evidence of preparation (lesson and unit plans) upon request by the immediate supervisor;
• Instruct all assigned classes at designated meeting location and time;
• Administer assessments to evaluate students' progress on a regular basis;
• Analyze individual student data to plan and modify instruction to meet individual student needs;
• Develop a classroom environment conducive to learning;
• Encourage students to maintain standards of classroom behavior;
• Assist in upholding and enforcing all school rules, board policies, and administrative regulations and procedures;
• Communicate students' progress regularly with parents;
• Provide availability outside of the instructional school day for educational purposes to both students and parents when requested to do so;
• Attend and participate in all assigned departmental meetings, professional development sessions, educational conferences, and faculty meetings;
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law, board policy, and administrative regulations and procedures;
• Provide detailed plans for substitute teachers including lessons, assignments, student expectations, and emergency procedures (fire drill, lockdown, etc.);
• Supervise students at school-related functions including on and off campus activities;
• Represent the school and community in a positive manner; and
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned (These functions are not exclusive or all inclusive as other duties may be required and assigned).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned.