Instructional Support Staff-Middle School

Newton Public Schools•Newton, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

SUMMARY: Provides classroom support in a learning environment. Participate in the life of the classroom and the school community as a substitute for the classroom teacher.

Requirements

High School Diploma required (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred)
Experience in a similar setting beneficial

Responsibilities

Maintain a positive learning environment and respond to the individual needs of the students.
Implement effective lessons in the absence of the regular Instructor.
Ensure that district policies are observed during all activities.
May provide lunch coverage.
Create a safe classroom environment that is conducive to learning.
Keep all children in the classroom under supervision at all times.
Be familiar with fire exits, fire drill procedures, and safety procedures.
Review notes for the day, take attendance and follow the lesson plans of the teacher.
Maintain confidentiality as defined by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Demonstrate the ability to adapt to circumstances.
Exhibit good judgment and use appropriate language or behavior while on assignment.
Report for duty 30 minutes early and remain on duty for the entire assignment, including planning time of the teacher.
May provide clerical and office support when not with students.
Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the students.
Abide by state statutes, school committee policies and regulations.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation.
Leave detailed notes for teacher on any issues experienced during the day.
Responsible for implementing "other job related duties" as needed.