7th & 8th Grade Instructional Assistant

Sylvania; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Southeastern Intermediate & Junior High School seeks an Instructional Assistant for General Education. Under supervision of the classroom teacher, you will support the teacher, prepare materials, supervise students, and help maintain an orderly classroom environment.

Requirements include an Associate of Arts degree, two years of college (48 credit hours), and passing the ParaPro exam. Excellent communication and clerical support skills are essential to assist in planning, records, and

Qualifications

• An associate of arts degree required.
• Completion of two years of college (48 credit hours).
• Passing the ParaPro exam is required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Assist the teacher with clerical duties and records.
• Work well with staff and students under supervision.
• Aid in preparing and distributing lesson materials.
• Instruct students under teacher supervision.
• Keep the classroom neat and orderly.
• Assist with bulletin boards and classroom setup.
• Supervise cafeteria and playground under supervision.
• Help with student records, copying, and clerical tasks.
• Support classroom preparation for opening and closing of school.

Skills

ParaPro exam

Education

Associate of arts degree

Two years of college (48 credit hours)

Job description

Administrator: Tyler Roberts
Assistant Principal at Hamilton southeastern Intermediate & Junior High School

JOB DESCRIPTION

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT: General Education

QUALIFICATIONS:

• An associate of arts degree
• Two years of college (48 credit hours)
• Pass the ParaPro exam (state assessment test for knowledge of an ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing and math)

Reports to:

Principal and under supervision of the classroom teacher

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively with student and other staff members.
• Ability to proficiently aid teacher in the performance of clerical duties.
• Ability to work well with staff and students in her/his charge.
• Aid teacher in preparing classroom for school.
• Help prepare and distribute lesson materials.
• Instruct students under teacher supervision.
• Keep classroom neat and orderly.
• Aid teacher in arranging bulletin boards.
• Supervise cafeteria, playground, etc. under teacher supervision.
• Assist with all clerical duties, i.e., student records, copying, etc.
• Aid in preparing the classroom for the close of school.
• Maintain effective communication with teacher.
• Work with groups of students inside and/or outside the classroom.
• Assess abilities and assist with the collection of academic/behavioral data of students.
• Any other related duties as may be assigned by the building principal.

PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Nurture a positive relationship with super-ordinates, subordinates and peers.
• Demonstrate respect for super-ordinates, subordinates and peers.
• Support corporation decisions and direction relative to matters of policy and administrative directives. Work as a team player.
• Demonstrate ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner.
• Address concerns and offer suggestions in an appropriate and confidential manner.