District - Instructional Assistant II (Special Education IA)

LaRue County Schools; Hodgenville (KY); In loco; USD 24.000 - 32.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

LaRue County Schools in Hodgenville, KY, seeks an Instructional Assistant II (Special Ed IA) to support teachers and students in a structured classroom setting. The role emphasizes assisting with reading, writing, and math, monitoring progress, and maintaining records to ensure IEP goals are met.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and some college experience, is dependable, communicates well with students and staff, and can operate AV equipment and standard classroom tools.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of college coursework or higher is preferred.
• Ability to assist in reading, writing, and mathematics instruction.
• Experience with IEP processes in a special education setting is preferred.
• Strong record-keeping and clerical skills are necessary.

Mansioni

• Tutor individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing instructions and maintaining progress records.
• Transport students to activities and assist with preparation for treatment.
• Prepare and organize lessons; administer and score tests; assist with English proficiency evaluations.
• Assist in administering tests, score, and record results; monitor IEP implementation.
• Monitor and report student behavior according to procedures; maintain attendance records.
• Perform routine clerical duties; operate copy machines; maintain classroom materials and records.
• Set up work areas, displays, AV equipment, and educational training devices; manage supplies.
• Assist in supervising students in labs and activities; manage inventory of supplies.
• Assist students with mobility and daily tasks; supervise during transit and meals.
• Provide supportive, friendly guidance and ensure health and safety of students.
• Participate in meetings and in-service trainings; maintain regular attendance.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Classroom support

IEP knowledge

Test administration

Record-keeping

Behavior monitoring

Student transport

Clerical duties

Communication

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Two years of college

Associate degree

State/local assessment knowledge

Strumenti

Audio-visual equipment

Educational equipment

Descrizione del lavoro

Instructional Assistant II (Special Ed IA)

Reports to

Principal

Supervises

N/A

Job Function

Assist teachers with students.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups of students typically with a disability or handicap, reinforcing and implementing instructions as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress.
• Transport students to and from activities and assist in preparation for treatment as required.
• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer and score a variety of tests according to established guidelines; assist in determining English proficiency of identified students.
• Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information; read, understand and assist in implementing, recording and monitoring student's IEP.
• Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; check and assist students with lab work as necessary.
• Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records.
• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distrusting and collecting paper and supplies.
• Assist in overseeing students while in labs or other activities; provide for supplies inventory as necessary.
• Assist students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off of outer wear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory and others; assist students in getting on and off the bus.
• Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.
• Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips.
• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge And Abilities

Knowledge Of

• Basic subjects taught in the District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.
  • Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
  • Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
  • Basic record-keeping techniques.

Ability Of

• Learn child guidance principles and practices.
  • Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public, including members of ethnic communities.
  • Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities.
• Print and write legibly.
• Perform tasks:
  • Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
  • Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities.
  • Work cooperatively with others.
  • Monitor, observe and report student behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
  • Operate instructional and office equipment.

Physical Demands

• Seldom/Rare
• Occasional (up to 1/3 of work day)
• Frequent (1/3 to 2/3 of work day)
• Repetitive (2/3 or more of work day)

• Standing/Walking: X
• Sitting: X
• Handle/Finger/Feel: X
• Reach/Push/Pull: X
• Bend/Stoop/Crouch: X
• Kneel/Crawl: X
• Climb/Balance: X-
• Lift/Carry (check frequency): X
• Up to 10 lbs.
• Up to 20 lbs.
• Up to 50 lbs.
• X
• Up to 100 lbs.
• Overto 100 lbs.

Education And Experience

High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate. and 1) complete two years of study at an institution of higher education; 2) obtain an associates (or higher) degree; or 3) met a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of an the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics (or as appropriate reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness).