Instructional Assistant-Early Learning #75-26

Newport-Mesa Unified School District•Costa Mesa, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of an assigned Administrator, this role assists an assigned teacher in reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of students in a classroom or other learning environment. The position supports instructional staff and teachers in conducting early learning and child development activities and in the preparation of instructional materials. The role also involves providing care, supervision, and learning activities to pre-kindergarten age children enrolled in a District early learning program. This recruitment is open and promotional, with three openings supporting traditional preschool classrooms. The positions work 6.25 hours per day, 5 days per week, 10 months per year. A special requirement is immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles, effective September 1, 2016. Conditional employment for up to 30 days is possible for those needing time to obtain immunization records.

Requirements

Graduation from high school and six (6) semester units, or equivalent quarter units, of early childhood education or child development core classes at an accredited college, university or occupational program.
Six (6) semester units of Early Childhood Education or Child Development are required.
Transcripts must be included with application.
Must be immunized against influenza (flu), pertussis (whooping cough) and measles, or meet exemption requirements.
Persons may be employed conditionally, for a maximum of 30 days, if they need time to obtain/provide their immunization records and they submit a written statement attesting they have been immunized.
Examinations and interviewing for creating the eligible list will be conducted virtually using different online/internet platforms that require video recording or conferencing capabilities, as well as access to a computer with an internet connection and basic Microsoft Office Suite Software.

Nice To Haves

Holding a credential does not exempt you from this testing process.

Responsibilities

Facilitate individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the teacher; direct group activities of students as assigned.
Assist assigned teacher with the implementation of lesson plans and conducting early learning and child development activities; assists in preparing materials used in instructional activities; collect assessment data; maintain student files as assigned.
Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating equipment and distributing and collecting paper, supplies and materials.
Assist teacher in collecting and organizing data on student learning; follow-up on student absences.
Assist in monitoring lunchroom, recess and other playground activities; lead indoor and outdoor activities planned by the teacher; accompany students on field trips as assigned.
Observe and manage behavior of students in the classroom and during outdoor activities according to approved procedures; guide students into safe play activities; report progress regarding student performance and behavior.
Perform a variety of clerical duties in support of classroom activities such as preparing, typing, copying and filing instructional materials.
Operate a variety of classroom and office equipment including a copier, printer, laminator, computer and assigned software.
Assist children with toileting and changing those who have experienced toileting accidents; may assist students to develop self-help skills.
Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures; maintain learning environment in a safe, orderly and clean manner; administer basic first aid as needed and seek assistance for non-routine illnesses and injuries.
Perform minor housekeeping tasks in maintaining a neat, clean, orderly and safe classroom and playground atmosphere.
Perform special projects and prepare materials on behalf of the teacher.
Attend meetings and participate in training workshops, conferences, courses and a variety of professional growth activities as required.
Perform related duties as assigned.