Instructional Assistant (Please apply directly with Aspen View Academy - DO NOT apply online with DCSD)

Douglas County School District

2d • $17 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistants generally assist teachers in the classroom, supervise students outside of the classroom (lunch and recess), and provide administrative support for teaching. Job duties range from filling teaching positions to supplementing regular classroom curriculum with additional enrichment activities for students. All employees of AVA work together to fulfill the AVA mission and vision statements. The thoughts reflected in this job description provide structure to the responsibilities and accountabilities for this position. AVA expects to employ professionals who will work beyond job descriptions, creating both a fulfilling school environment and positive outcomes for students.

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge and skill regarding the components of effective instruction
• Demonstrated knowledge of content for AVA approved curriculum
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmental needs of students
• Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills
• Evidence of ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative relationships with school personnel, students and parents
• Demonstrated understanding and empathy necessary for working with students and parents
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, policy and expectation documents, staff agreements, evaluation requirements, curriculum/materials, and student assessment documents.
• Ability to effectively document office observations, analyze data to improve office and health room practices and correspond with staff from all levels.
• High School Degree

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience desirable, but not necessary
• Flexible
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Work effectively with staff
• Strong organization skills
• Meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job
• Maintains a positive attitude
• Observes all AVA policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate an understanding of the instructional program as relevant to the grade level assignment.
• Exhibit skills required to execute specific tasks successfully
• Possess the ability to adapt to different tasks as needed
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of child development
• Support classroom management and behavior of students.
• Works with minimum supervision
• Effectively performs job-related tasks
• Demonstrates time-management skills
• Uses a variety of problem-solving techniques
• Uses available resources
• Communicates specific performance expectations to the students
• Advises the teacher(s)/supervisor(s) of student performance
• Follows through with instructional directives
• Works with the teacher(s) to differentiate instruction to meet students’ diverse needs
• Supports the teacher(s) in assessing student performance
• Promotes and maintains positive relationships with diverse groups in the school and community
• Demonstrates effective communication skills
• Demonstrates teamwork
• Contributes positively toward the accomplishment of program goals
• Demonstrates knowledge of AVA policies and school procedures
• Maintains confidentiality and integrity
• Observes designated work hours
• Follows the staff handbook guidelines
• Dresses in a professional manner
• Displays a positive attitude
• Accept and fulfill assigned responsibilities and duties in a prompt and efficient manner
• Follow Board of Education policies, building procedures, and any other rules, regulations or procedures that may be established by AVA administration or Governing Board
• Provide an environment that promotes AVA’s character education including Capturing Kids Hearts
• Employee will arrive and be prepared for the day at least 30 minutes before the start of the school day for AVA students
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Provide student progress updates.
• Maintain appropriate classroom management.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Deliver instruction to students.

Benefits

• health
• vision
• dental
• health savings account (HSA)
• flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• short and long-term disability
• critical illness and accident voluntary insurance
• employee assistance program (EAP)
• voluntary 401(k)
• 403(b)
• 457 retirement plan options

What This Job Offers

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