Alternative Instructional Support Assistant, Clayton High School

School District of Clayton•Clayton, MO

3d•$20 - $28

About The Position

The School District of Clayton is seeking an Alternative Instructional Support Assistant for Clayton High School. Successful candidates will be academically talented, use a variety of teaching strategies, and exhibit sensitivity for all students. An Alternative Instructional Support Assistant continues the educational program established by the classroom teacher, providing a safe and appropriate environment for the continuity of the educational experience for students who are serving detention or in-school suspension. POSITION SUMMARY The Alternative Instructional Support Assistant supports students with behavior and elevated emotions. REPORTS TO : Principal

Requirements

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered.
Some college is required.
At least 1 year of experience is required.
A substitute teaching license is required.
Requires strong critical thinking skills.
Requires general understanding of core educational concepts.
Requires some knowledge of social work.
Requires effective written and verbal communication skills.
Required to occasionally move objects weighing up to 10 pounds around the workspace.
Required to visually obtain information from computer monitor, correspondence, reports, or legal documents.
Required to operate standard office equipment.
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required.
Missouri Substitute Certificate required.

Nice To Haves

Missouri Teaching Certificate preferred.
Experience

Responsibilities

Reprimands students who violate school rules.
Assists students in understanding the consequences of their behaviors.
Assists students with understanding and regulating their emotions.
Assists students with rehabilitating behaviors that are not conducive to the school community.
Assists with other duties as assigned.