Instructional Assistant I - Yard Duty

River Delta Unified School District • Rio Vista, CA

3d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, observes and monitors students, facilities, and parking area of assigned school; and performs routine clerical duties in support of school operations. This is the entry-level class in the Instructional Assistant series, distinguished from higher levels by its focus on monitoring and routine support rather than more complex classroom assistance or specialized support for students with disabilities. The role involves ensuring student safety and adherence to school rules during non-instructional times like lunch and recess.

Requirements

• Knowledge of rules and regulations concerning school campus control, security, and safety.
• Knowledge of techniques and methods of student supervision.
• Knowledge of acceptable methods used in controlling students in various situations.
• Knowledge of student behavior management strategies and techniques.
• Knowledge of effective methods of controlling student behavior.
• Knowledge of basic English, grammar, and arithmetic.
• Knowledge of modern office methods, procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR.
• Ability to supervise, monitor, and assist students.
• Ability to work effectively with students.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, effectively with adults and students.
• Ability to maintain emotional control and composure under stressful and difficult situations and react effectively to emergencies.
• Ability to perform effectively and assertively in situations requiring tact, diplomacy, and good judgment.
• Ability to appropriately manage student behavior and guide students toward acceptable social behavior.
• Ability to perform routine clerical work.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for successful job performance.
• Ability to observe, identify, and report potentially dangerous or illegal situations.
• Ability to project voice and communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to move rapidly and freely about the entire campus.
• Ability to assist injured students.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and privileged information.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of warmth, open-mindedness, respect for human dignity, genuine interest in people, and sensitivity to the needs of others.
• Ability to understand and apply rules, regulations, procedures, and policies.
• Ability to present self as a positive representative of the organization.
• Some experience in dealing with school-age children in a formal or informal environment.
• Demonstrated experience in dealing with situations involving conflict is desirable.
• Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
• Possession of or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid CPR and First Aid Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe and monitor students, facilities, and parking areas of assigned school.
• Perform routine clerical duties in support of school operations.
• Assist teachers in the classroom by circulating and working with students requiring additional assistance.
• Provide supportive assistance to teachers, including copying, typing, filing, and compiling materials for lesson plans.
• Monitor the grounds and facilities of the assigned school campus, including lunch areas, restrooms, parking areas, and meeting the school bus.
• Enforce school and District rules and regulations, and recommend disciplinary actions.
• Assist in set-up and serve during morning nutrition.
• Supervise or assist in the supervision of student eating areas, enforcing procedures related to eating areas, including cleaning lunch tables and trash disposal.
• Supervise playground activities of students during lunch and recess, preventing rough and dangerous play and ensuring students stay in designated areas.
• Use positive reinforcement strategies and other appropriate techniques to assist students in developing appropriate behavior and an appreciation of human diversity.
• Promote and encourage high standards for student behavior and a clean campus environment.
• Ensure school regulations, rules, and policies regarding student behavior and safety are followed, and report violations or illegal actions to administrators.
• Ensure no unauthorized persons are on school grounds during lunch and recess and that students do not leave the grounds without permission, reporting unauthorized persons to administrators.
• Assist in emergencies, using good judgment regarding appropriate action for injured or ill students, administering minor first aid, and summoning further aid as necessary.
• Report accidents and unsafe conditions.
• Perform a variety of routine clerical duties, including copying, laminating, binding materials, and preparing materials for distribution.
• May supervise students in a classroom or during various activities.
• Ensure a safe and clean learning environment for students.
• Prepare displays.
• Attend trainings and meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information and receiving updated current information on best practices.
• Perform miscellaneous clerical functions as needed.
• Utilize basic computer skills for emails, training, and student assistance.
• May interpret/translate communications to parents/students if necessary.

Benefits

• Classified Employee Salary Schedule Range 5
• Placement dependent on experience in public education
• Staff development opportunities are provided, encouraged, and promoted.
• Strategic Schooling is ongoing in all school sites.
• Common Core training and coaching is the top priority for the district currently.
• Opportunities for staff to participate in on-going in-services in all curriculum areas.
• Encouragement for advancement on the salary schedule for advanced classes taken to improve instruction in areas agreed upon by the teacher, principal, and Superintendent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED