Instructional Assistant, BEARS

Berkeley Unified School District•Berkeley, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a certificated administrator, this role assists certificated teacher(s) by providing tutorial support and education services to children enrolled in an assigned program. The Instructional Assistant supervises children in educational settings.

Requirements

Graduation from high school supplemented by six (6) units of college-level coursework in early childhood education.
One year of experience working with students or families in a social services or educational environment.
Must meet requirements specified under Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).
Valid first aid and CPR certificate preferred.
Immunization against influenza, pertussis, and measles required (State Bill 792/SB 792).
Receive an influenza vaccine or submit an opt-out declaration annually between August 1 and December 1.
Some incumbents may be required to speak, read and write in a designated second language.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of basic principles and practices of early child development.
Knowledge of child guidance principles and practices.
Knowledge of Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies (PBIS) and Response to Intervention (RTI) strategies.
Knowledge of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of designated families.
Knowledge of basic instructional methods and techniques.
Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
Knowledge of operation of standard office equipment.
Knowledge of oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, compassion, patience, and courtesy.
Knowledge of basic record-keeping and report preparation techniques.
Knowledge of basic subjects taught in elementary education.
Ability to tutor individual and small groups of students in a variety of subject areas and implement lesson plans.
Ability to establish rapport with all students enrolled in the program.
Ability to learn, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to learn the policies and objectives of the assigned program and activities.
Ability to assist with planning and implementing a variety of educational activities.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Ability to operate standard office equipment.
Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
Ability to redirect student behavior to the best of your ability in accordance with district and program protocols and guidelines.
Ability to administer basic first aid and CPR as needed.

Responsibilities

Provide tutorial support and early childhood education services to children enrolled in an assigned program.
Tutor individual students in a variety of subject areas.
Assist with implementing lesson plans as assigned by the position.
Collaborate with teacher in planning instructional activities.
Support and deliver instruction under the guidance of the teacher(s).
Assist with the development of lesson plans.
Assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude, and general guidance.
Assist with maintaining various student records, files, logs, and reports related to student attendance, progress, and assigned activities.
Assist with snack and lunch time as assigned.
Assist children with eating activities.
Assist students with washing hands and faces after play times and meals; as needed.
Provide classroom support to the teacher(s) by setting up work areas and displays, and distributing and collecting paper, supplies, and materials.
Assist in maintaining a safe, orderly, and sanitary classroom and play environment (e.g., set up activities and store play equipment; clean and disinfect tables, play equipment, and other classroom areas as assigned).
Assist with active supervision of children in educational settings.
Accompany and assist with the supervision of students on field trips.
Use positive reinforcement strategies and other approved techniques to assist students in the development of appropriate behaviors.
Consult with the teacher and use protocols as needed to implement appropriate intervention strategies.
Administer basic first aid and CPR as required.
Assist teacher with emergency plans and drills (e.g., fire, earthquake, lockdown).
Follow emergency procedures and protocols as assigned.
Attend and participate in staff meetings and professional development as assigned.
Perform related duties as assigned.