Instructional Assistant at Auburn Integrated Preschool

Auburn Public Schools•Auburn, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides assistance to students and staff while working in and out of a variety of classrooms. This role requires maintaining high ethical standards, providing reinforcement to students, planning and modifying lessons under supervision, preparing materials, attending conferences and meetings, administering assessments, and carrying out personal health and safety protocols. The Instructional Assistant will also compile reports on student progress, assist with ordering supplies, substitute for teachers, and participate in professional development. The position involves supporting and following school policies, engaging in activities to develop student self-worth, recognizing individual differences, communicating effectively, modifying student work, and maintaining cooperative relationships. The role also requires problem-solving, understanding directions, organizing work, and providing assistance to parents and staff.

Requirements

Maintains status as outlined under federal, state and/or local jurisdiction as Highly Qualified.
Works with children of varying abilities, including children with substantial disabilities.
Implements a structured behavior plan and works with appropriate staff to modify when necessary.
Arrives promptly for school, scheduled classes and duties.
Supports and follows established school policies.
Engages in activities to develop self-worth and dignity of students.
Recognizes and provides for individual differences among students.
Communicates effectively with students, teachers, and administration.
Modifies student work to match students' level of understanding and development.
Maintains cooperative and productive working relationship when dealing with students and staff.
Solves practical problems with students and staff.
Understands and carries out oral and written directions.
Plans and organizes work to meet deadlines.
Provides information and assistance to parents, the general public and other staff members in a helpful, courteous and timely manner.
Knowledge of child development and challenges faced by students with and without learning or substantial disabilities.
Knowledge of curriculum expectations of grade level/discipline to which he/she is assigned.
Knowledge of available assistive technologies, with appropriate training.
Knowledge of effective use of computer and relevant educational software applications.
Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Knowledge of safe operation of school equipment necessary to successfully complete daily tasks, including but not limited to copier, risograph, laminator, and paper cutter.
Knowledge of telephone/computer techniques and etiquette.
Evidence of ability to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
Trained in Applied Non-Violent Restraint (ANV), as determined by District and provided by them.
Meets Highly Qualified Standards per No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB).
An understanding of child development and the ability to work with children of varying abilities are essential skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in education or related field or demonstrated specialized knowledge and skills preferred.
Experience in working within an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students and their records.
Provides reinforcement to students in small and large groups.
Plans and provides modified lessons under direct supervision of special/general educators or specialists.
Prepares materials for teachers and students, as requested.
Attends parent conferences and TEAM meetings, as requested.
Administers assessments to individuals or small groups, as needed.
Meets with teachers/specialists for curriculum discussions, as requested.
Meets with administrators, teachers and other specialists to discuss school issues, as requested.
Carries out personal health and safety protocols, including diaper changing as necessary, with appropriate training.
Compiles reports of daily accomplishments and/or behaviors for regular meetings with regular and special educators, as well as with the consulting teacher for integration to review students' progress. These reports may be sent home daily, under the direct supervision of the consulting teacher for integration and/or other regular or special educators.
Assists in ordering supplies and materials, as requested.
Substitutes for teachers, as requested.
Assists in the development and implementation of a reinforcement program.
Participates in in-service training programs and/or professional development programs, as assigned.
Provides information to be included in the preparation of progress reports.
Provides escort and assistance to assigned student(s) as necessary throughout the building.
Performs other duties, as assigned.
Assists in the writing of progress notes (Special Education Instructional Assistant).
Attends TEAM meetings and IEP meetings, as requested (Special Education Instructional Assistant).