Instructional Assistant

North Montgomery Community School Corporation

Job Description

Job Title:

Instructional Assistant

FLSA Status:
Nonexempt

Reports To:

School Principal

Hours:

6.75 hrs per day

Work Location:

School

Work Schedule:

180 days

Under general supervision, performs tasks in a supportive role associated with the teaching-learning process. The Instructional Assistant may be assigned to assist one or more teachers on a regular basis in the planning and conducting of appropriate programs to reinforce the teacher's initial instructions. Work is performed under the direction of the classroom teacher and/or assisting teachers and principal.

• Assists the classroom teacher by working with individual students, small groups or large groups of students.
• Supervises students as assigned or required – at breakfast or lunch, on bus duty, during class, emergency drills, assemblies, recess, and field trips.
• Assists students with academic subjects; one-to-one, small group, or whole class support.
• Maintains the same high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students as is expected of licensed teachers.
• Participate in professional development and training sessions to stay updated on educational practices and policies.
• Help keep the classroom organized, clean, and conducive to learning.
• Exercises good judgment and works effectively with all school personnel, students and the public.
• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing.
• Maintains compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Performs other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

• Must have high school diploma or its recognized equivalent or
• Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education or
• Possession of an Associate's Degree.
• Submission of college transcript or Parapro scores if available.
• Previous experience in a school environment preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise students in the absence of a teacher.
• General knowledge of Microsoft Suite and Google Drive.
• History of excellent work attendance.
• Ability to perform duties of a sensitive and confidential nature.
• Time management and multi-tasking skills in a fast-paced work environment.
• Organizational skills and proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to operate computers, copying machines, fax or other office equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with school staff, students, parents and other visitors.
• Ability to assume responsibility, display initiative and exercise good judgment.
• Perform duties in a professional and personable manner.

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally lift objects of 20 pounds or more.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Applicants must be able to pass a Safe Hiring Solutions background check.