In-School Suspension Instructional Assistant

Sylvania; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania is seeking an Instructional Assistant for General Education at Fishers High School. The role reports to the Principal and works under supervision of the classroom teacher to support instructional activities.

The position requires paraprofessional credentials per No Child Left Behind, such as an associate degree or equivalent college credit, or passing the ParaPro exam. Strong communication and clerical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires paraprofessional credentials per No Child Left Behind or state standards.
• Relevant education or test that demonstrate ability to assist in instruction (reading, writing, math).
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Assist teacher with clerical duties and classroom setup.
• Prepare and distribute lesson materials under teacher supervision.
• Instruct students under teacher guidance and manage classroom spaces.

Skills

Communication

Clerical support

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree

Two years of college

ParaPro exam

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Administrator: Matt Stahl

Assistant Principal at Fishers High School

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT: General Education

QUALIFICATIONS:

Federal legislation known as “No Child Left Behind” was signed into law by President Bush in January 2002. It requires that beginning January 8, 2002, paraprofessionals be required to have one of the following:

• 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.