Instructional Assistant

This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/7513769 JOB SUMMARY: The Instructional Assistant assists the teachers in a variety ofways to implement the instructional program, including working directly with children in small groups or on a one-to-one basis. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Additional duties may be assigned*.* - Effectively utilizes district technologies appropriateto the positionand assumes responsibility for attending district training needed to successfully perform designated responsibilities as directed by supervisor. - Assists teacher as needed with planning, preparation, and distribution of classroom materials. - Conducts learning games with students according to established procedures. - Supervision and instruction of children; copying, cutting, coloring, etc., to construct materials and bulletin boards. - Maintains regular attendance and complies with State Law and District policies and regulations. - Maintains a safe environment for students, conducive to learning. - Anticipates and effectively addresses unforeseen crises associated with working with large groups of children. - Provides individualized and small-group instruction to reinforce skills that have been taught by the teacher. - Serves snacks and lunches as necessary. - Attends workshops as directed. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises children in the classroom. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: To performthis job successfully, an individual must beable to performeach essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodationsmay bemade to enable individualswith disabilities to perform the essential functions EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: - Associates Degree or equivalent of two (2) years college education (60 Semester Hours)orpassing test results from the ParaProor WorkKeysassessment is required. - Prefer prior experience working with children. - High School diploma or GED required. This position requires a valid Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card. LANGUAGE SKILLS: - Ability to write reports business correspondence, etc. - Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrators, staff and the general public. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: - Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. - Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: - Ability to interface effectively with other departments, school personnel, other maintenance staff, and business contacts from outside of the District. - Possesses and successfully uses the following skills: - Must pass proficiency test in Math, Reading and Grammar with score of 75% or better. - Ability to work with individuals and groups of students to support academics and behavior management. - Must have patience working with children. - Ability to learn new skills, flexibility and willingness to perform a variety of tasks. - Ability to follow written and oral directions and complete assignments given. - Ability to establishand maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and staff members. - Is self-directed, and works without direct supervision. REASONING ABILITY: - Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. - Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule from. OTHER SKILLS AND AB LITIES: - Ability to accurately perform assigned tasks. - Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and School Board Policies. - Possesses excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills.