Instructional Assistant II-Preschool (3 positions District-Wide)

Daviess County School District•Owensboro, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Assist certified teacher in providing instruction and/or supervision to individual students or students in small groups, monitor student progress, and generally help students be successful. This role requires working effectively with students on assigned materials, reinforcing concepts taught by certified teachers, and communicating assignments and instructions. The position also involves following safety and emergency procedures, assisting with classroom management and student conduct, maintaining classroom cleanliness, protecting confidential information, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and district policies. Effective communication, both oral and written, with tact and patience, is essential, as is following proper reporting procedures for various matters including behavioral issues, bullying, and suspected child abuse or neglect. Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and duties may be altered to meet district needs. Successful completion of post-offer, pre-employment screenings is required. Contracts are with Daviess County Public Schools, and location assignments are subject to change.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D & pass state approved test, OR Associates Degree, OR Minimum of 48 college credit hours
Basic computer skills including use of mouse and keyboard to navigate computer, e-mail, and websites
Knowledge of classroom management techniques
Knowledge of documentation and record-keeping techniques
Communication skills

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of policies and objectives of assigned program and activities

Responsibilities

Work effectively with individual students and/or small groups of students on assigned materials and reinforcing concepts taught by certified teacher(s).
Effectively communicate assignments and instructions to students.
Follow all safety and emergency procedures established by the district and/or school.
Assist certified teacher with classroom management and student conduct.
Use sound judgement and reasoning to adapt as necessary in the absence of the regular instructional assistant and seek guidance from supervising teacher or administrator when appropriate.
Maintain the cleanliness of the classroom.
Protect confidential information of students and fellow staff members.
Assure compliance with federal, state and district policy, administrative procedures and all other procedures/policies applicable to assignment.
Prioritize, plan and organize work to meet schedules and timelines.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with tact and patience.
Follow proper reporting procedures for all matters including but not limited to behavioral issues, bullying, suspected child abuse or neglect, etc.