SPED Resource Instructional Assistant

Fowler Elementary District•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructional Assistant I performs a variety of instructional and non-instructional tasks both in and out of the classroom to support the teacher of students who may need extra assistance. Some duties may include the playground setting (duty) where there may be exposure to dirt, dust, and extreme seasonal temperatures.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is required
Provide documentation showing a passing score on the Paraprofessional Assessment- Range I
Sixty (60) college credit hours /or Associate Arts Degree or higher- Range II
Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card
Knowledge of the English language including reading, writing and oral communication
Ability to use of office equipment including computers (Word, Excel) copiers, fax machines and other applicable office equipment
Ability to comprehend and perform functions from written and oral instructions
Ability to exhibit mature judgment
Knowledge of arithmetic and basic mathematic procedures
Strong communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with administration, staff, students, parents and other district personnel
Ability to perform playground supervision duties
Must be an energetic, highly ethical and possess good emotional and physical health
Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Governing Board or the Superintendent may deem appropriate

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Spanish including reading, writing and oral communication is desired
Some experience working with children in an educational setting is preferred

Responsibilities

Present subject matter to students under the direction and guidance of the teacher
Tutor and assist children individually or in small groups to help them master assignments and to reinforce learning concepts presented by teachers
Participate in team planning of academic curriculum based on individual interests, needs, abilities, student achievement and group dynamics
Provide assistance with the preparation of instructional materials
Distribute and collect tests and homework assignments as directed
Assist with supervision and enforcement of rules and procedures for student discipline and classroom management
Assist the staff to continually maintain good student behavior and safety in the classroom, halls, cafeteria, gymnasium, playground and on field trips
Assist with monitoring each student’s performance and record relevant data to assess progress
Assist the teacher in maintaining an attractive and clean classroom
Perform clerical and clean-up duties as assigned
Assist with maintaining a positive environment that develops social, emotional and cognitive skills as well as promotes and supports cooperation and learning
Assist with the implementation of federal, state and local health and safely policies and procedures
Assist with communicating to parents program policies, changes and events
Attend parent meetings as directed
Assist the teacher in conducting home visits and Parent/Teacher conferences as needed
Participate and assist with outdoor activities
Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials
Provide assistance with inventory and maintaining equipment and supplies
Meet children at buses or transportation areas as directed
Walk children to buses or transportation areas as directed
Attend staff meetings as directed
Participate in grade level and/or subject area team meeting as requested
Participate in Child Study process as requested
Establish and maintain effective relationships with children, parents and staff members, etc
Participate in district sponsored professional development workshops/inservices, attend on-going training classes as directed, and read professional publications for continued professional development
Maintain strict confidentiality and use appropriate discretion when working with all district personnel and student and family records and/or information
Support and follow the rules, regulations and policies set by the School Board, the assigned school and the District
Perform all other duties as assigned by the Governing School Board, the Principal or his/her designee