Reading Intervention Instructional Assistant II - American River (in Fair Oaks)

California Montessori Project • Fair Oaks, CA

10h • Onsite

About The Position

The Reading Intervention IA II teaches reading skills focusing on accelerating students to higher reading levels. Instruction can be inside or outside of the regular classroom, under the direction of a certified classroom teacher. The Reading Intervention IA II conducts benchmark and progress monitoring assessments that guide instructional practices in the classroom and schoolwide.

Requirements

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with students, teachers, and other professionals
• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the lives of students
• Ability to collaborate with teachers and specialists
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines in working with sensitive information
• Associates Degree, 48 college educational units, or the ability to pass a paraprofessional exam

Nice To Haves

• Reading intervention
• Montessori experience

Responsibilities

• Tutors individual or small groups of students, reinforcing instruction as directed by the designated program; provide and utilize intensive methods of reinforcement of the lesson plans in accordance with specialized program guidelines; monitor and oversee student drills, practices and assignments
• Assists instructional personnel with the presentation of learning materials and follow up activities, individually or in small groups of students
• Prepares and assists in the set up and preparation of learning activities for use with students
• Set up work areas and displays, operate computers and audio-visual equipment and prepare and duplicate instructional materials; confer with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs
• Continues with instructional program in absence of teacher
• Performs a variety of behavior management and behavior shaping functions
• Reports progress regarding student performance and behavior
• Prepares and maintains program-related records including testing, evaluation or instructional materials as required; maintains the confidentially of student records and information to established guidelines
• Uses positive reinforcement strategies and other techniques to assist students in the development of appropriate behavior and an appreciation of human diversity
• Assists in maintaining and orderly and positive learning environment
• Provide diagnostic assessments as directed by Reading Intervention Teacher

Benefits

• Sick
• paid holidays
• 403(b) and 457 retirement plans through CalSTRS Pension2
• childcare in Club M (subject to availability, application fees apply)
• wellness resources
• medical
• dental
• vision
• a basic life policy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees