Instructional Assistant II - Cravens Elementary

Owensboro Public Schools•Owensboro, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant II participates in the instructional program under the direction of a supervising teacher or principal. The role includes tutoring students, helping document pupil progress, and preparing and organizing instructional materials and equipment. The position supports students’ academic, social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development, including students in special education and Pre-K settings. The assistant supports classroom instruction and management, student assessments and behavior plans, self-care and health services as needed, and instructional activities inside and outside the classroom. The role requires maintaining student confidentiality, following district policies and safety procedures, attending professional development, and maintaining regular, punctual attendance. This position is classified, non-exempt, and has 182 contract days. Location assignments and duties may change to meet district needs; employment contracts are with Owensboro Public Schools rather than individual locations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Passing score on the Kentucky Para-educator Assessment or 48 college hours.
Meet Kentucky State law criminal-record-check requirements and other district policy requirements.
Demonstrate competent language skills.
Effective communication skills.
Knowledge of basic school subjects, including math, science, spelling, language, and reading.
Knowledge of safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
Interpersonal skills involving tact, patience, and courtesy.
Basic record-keeping techniques.
Basic computer skills, including use of Google, email, and website navigation.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with children.

Responsibilities

Maintain confidentiality of student records and classroom information, and refer questions to the teacher or principal.
Report promptly and regularly and maintain continuity of instruction throughout the school day.
Attend appropriate professional development meetings and maintain a positive attitude toward the school and community.
Assist with classroom assessments; the teacher scores the assessments for instructional planning.
Assist with large-group instruction and tutor individual students or small groups without direct supervision.
Help review home and seat work, and support students with oral and written communication, make-up work, and hands-on activities.
Assist students with self-care activities, including feeding and toileting, and diapering when necessary.
Observe and record student behavior, support teacher-designed behavior management systems, and reinforce positive behavior.
Participate in reading and storytelling activities and support each child’s development at their own rate.
Collect and prepare materials; manage displays, teaching centers, and similar instructional activities.
Record written materials for children with visual or physical disabilities.
Help children resolve personal conflicts with other children.
Know fire and tornado exit procedures and crisis policies, and assist with their implementation as necessary.
Use audio-visual equipment, copying machines, and other classroom equipment; operate and care for instructional equipment.
Assist with classroom organization and management, instructional field trips, and implementation of student conduct policies and regulations.
Administer health services as necessary, including medication, medical equipment-related care, and clinical procedures.
Perform other reasonable functions assigned by the teacher or principal that are covered by local board policy or law.
Receive annual safe crisis management training and assist with physical restraints as needed to keep students safe.
Maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance during scheduled work hours.