Elementary Instructional Assistant I (1 year)

Grant County Schools•Mason, KY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant I will assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups of students, monitoring and reporting student progress. This role involves tutoring, reinforcing instruction, maintaining student progress records, and participating as a member of an instructional team. The assistant will also prepare and organize lessons, administer and score tests, assist in determining English proficiency, and monitor student behavior. Additionally, the role includes performing routine clerical duties, preparing instructional materials, operating office equipment, and providing support to the teacher in classroom management and student guidance. Ensuring student health and safety, directing group activities, and participating in meetings and training are also key responsibilities.

Requirements

Successfully complete at least two years (48 semester hours) of study at an institution of higher education
An associates degree from an accredited institution of higher education
Demonstrated knowledge of and the ability to assist in the instruction of, reading, writing, and math by passing a formal and state approved assessment such as the Kentucky Paraeducator Exam (KPE)
Some experience in working with children in an organized setting.

Responsibilities

Tutor individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress.
Participate as member of an instructional team including remediation teams.
Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer and score a variety of tests according to established guidelines; assist in determining English proficiency of identified students.
Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information.
Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; check and assist students with lab work as necessary.
Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records.
Provide 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.
Assist in overseeing students while in labs; provide for supplies inventory as necessary.
Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
Contact parents of students who are absent; make home visits as necessary.
Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.
Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips.
Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.