About The Position

Performs a variety of instructional support and clerical assistance duties in an instructional laboratory at an elementary, intermediate, or high school. This position requires additional organizational and administrative skills and has specialized skills and knowledge in the core subject areas. The focus of instruction is on laboratory related projects.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or the equivalent
  • Two years of college (48 units), OR A.A. degree (or higher), OR Passage of CBEST exam, OR Passage of a local assessment of knowledge and skills in assisting in instruction (Paraprofessional Test)
  • Two years experience working with students in a classroom or structured setting
  • Considerable knowledge in the specific laboratory area to which assigned
  • Thorough knowledge of the practices and principles of child guidance
  • Ability to set up and maintain laboratory and equipment in a safe, clean and functional manner
  • Ability to work independently to set up student projects that meet the instructional goals of the teacher
  • Good hearing and speaking ability to communicate with staff and children
  • Electronically complete a current online EdJoin application
  • Attach a current resume
  • Attach two (2) Letters of Recommendation dated within 18 months of application date
  • Attach a copy of High School Diploma, GED, or College Transcripts
  • Attach a copy of licenses or certificates if applicable

Nice To Haves

  • Additional training in education or related laboratory field

Responsibilities

  • Performs the essential instructional duties of an Instructional Assistant I to assist teaching staff with instruction of individual or small groups of students in a special lab setting or a specialized program.
  • Assists in the running and maintenance of an instructional laboratory.
  • Assists teachers and students in the use of a variety of laboratory materials, equipment, or supplies.
  • May identify students who require special tutoring in a particular area (Reading, Math, etc.) and pull students from class to work with them.
  • Administers tests, scores tests and reports or records results.
  • Maintains instructional laboratory in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
  • Maintains a variety of office and instructional equipment.
  • May adjust and perform minor repairs to equipment.
  • Prepares and issues material and equipment for student use.
  • Assists students with set-up and use of laboratory equipment.
  • Maintains records of materials and equipment used by students.
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