Instructional Assistant I

Paducah•Paducah, KY

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant I assists a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual students or small groups, and monitors and reports student progress. The role provides a variety of support functions in a regular classroom setting. Instructional Assistant I differs from Instructional Assistant II, whose work is within a complex program that typically requires additional skills and greater independence of action. The assistant reinforces and implements instruction as directed by the teacher; helps prepare lessons, administer tests, maintain student and classroom records, and support classroom activities. The position also helps ensure student health and safety, provides guidance and emotional support, and communicates with teachers and, as needed, parents.

Requirements

High school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate, or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.
Minimum of 48 college credit hours.
Some experience working with children in an organized setting.
Knowledge of basic subjects taught in District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language, and reading.
Knowledge of safe practices in classroom and playground activities; correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy; and basic record-keeping techniques.
Ability to learn child guidance principles and practices; communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff, and the public, including members of ethnic communities; and perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities.
Ability to print and write legibly; perform basic arithmetic quickly and accurately; understand and follow oral and written directions; and learn the procedures, functions, and limitations of assigned duties.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities; work cooperatively with others; monitor, observe, and report student behavior according to approved policies and procedures; and operate instructional and office equipment.

Responsibilities

Tutor individual students or small groups, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher, and maintain student progress records.
Participate as a member of an instructional team, including remediation teams.
Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer and score tests according to established guidelines; and assist in determining English proficiency of identified students.
Assist with diagnostic and other tests, and score and record test information.
Monitor and report student behavior and performance according to approved procedures; check and assist students with lab work as necessary.
Perform routine clerical duties, including preparing instructional and classroom materials, operating copy machines, and maintaining classroom and attendance records.
Set up work areas, displays, and exhibits; operate audio-visual and educational training equipment; and distribute and collect paper and supplies.
Assist in overseeing students in labs and maintain supplies inventory as necessary.
Provide students with proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude, and general guidance.
Confer with teachers as needed concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
Contact parents of absent students and make home visits as necessary.
Follow health and safety practices and regulations to help assure student health and safety.
Direct assigned group activities and assist with monitoring lunchroom and playground activities, emergency drills, assemblies, play periods, and field trips.
Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.