INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT (GRANT/SPECIAL FUNDING)

Browardschools; Oakland Park (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Broward County Public Schools is seeking an Instructional Assistant at Rickards Middle School in Oakland Park, FL to provide classroom supports and supervise students under the guidance of a teacher. The role involves creating instructional materials, data collection, and assisting with daily living activities as needed.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and be able to interact effectively with children; preferred candidates may have an associate degree or 60 credits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with children.
• Basic computer skills as needed for the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating instructional materials under teacher supervision.
• Supervise students and ensure safety and welfare during school activities.
• Provide clerical support such as notes, folders, and data collection.
• Prepare teaching aids and instructional materials with guidance from the teacher.
• Assist with lunchroom activities and supervise nap/rest periods as needed.
• Support individual students as assigned and participate in group activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication with children

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or 60 college credits

Job description

INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT (GRANT/SPECIAL FUNDING)

Broward County Public Schools RICKARDS MIDDLE SCHOOL - Oakland Park, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5984890

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

POSITION GOAL

To provide the highest quality care and supervision to students in the Broward County School System by providing classroom supports that enhance the instructional process. Also, plays a vital role in the instructional process of an individualized program of education.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work under the direct supervision of a teacher in the creation of instructional materials.
• Work under the supervision of a teacher or administrator to provide for the safety and welfare of students by supervising and escorting students throughout the school as required.
• Provide classroom-related clerical support as needed such as daily notes, student folders, and data collection.
• Prepare and use instructional materials and teaching aids under the direction of the teacher.
• Engage in general housekeeping activities to keep the classroom safe and free of obstructions.
• Assist with lunchroom activities and dine with students as needed.
• Assist in supervising nap and rest periods as needed.
• Assist in providing care for children when the teacher is not present for a period not to exceed 30 minutes. (this is not to include substitute teaching)
• Construct and design specific items for tests and worksheets when provided with the guidelines by the teacher.
• Follow-up lessons presented by the teacher when provided with guidelines by the teacher.
• Supervise small group discussions and activities among students.
• Assist individual students as assigned by the teacher.
• Utilize programs with groups of students.
• Perform daily living activities which may include but is not limited to:
  • Assisting with personal hygiene and restroom functions, which may include diapering or catheterization.
  • Providing mobility assistance including lifting, positioning, or transferring students.
  • Assisting with feeding needs.
  • Assisting with adaptive equipment needs.
  • Providing behavioral assistance, which may include implementing PBIP and positive crisis management (PCM) skills.
• Perform and promote all activities in compliance with the equal employment and non-discrimination policies of The School Board of Broward County, Florida.
• Participate in training programs offered to enhance the individual skills and proficiency related to job responsibilities.
• Review current developments, literature, and technical sources of information related to job responsibilities.
• Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.
• Follow federal and state, as well as School Board policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• A standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Education Development (GED) testing program.
• The ability to interact and communicate effectively with children.
• Computer skills required as needed for the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Successful completion of the Principles of Teaching formerly known as Teacher Assisting Curriculum at the designated technical college in the Broward County School District.
• Achieving a passing score on the ParaPro Test, or other officially sanctioned standard tests, to demonstrate the ability to assist in instructing reading/language arts, writing, and mathematics; or reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness, as appropriate.
• An earned associate degree from an accredited institution, or at least 60 semester hours of earned college credit from an accredited institution.
• Bilingual skills.

SIGNIFICANT CONTACTS-frequency, contact, purpose

On a daily basis, works with assigned classroom teacher(s) and classroom students(s) to support high-quality and effective instructional and behavioral program delivery to students. Also, provides assistance, care, and supervision to students. Frequently interacts with other personnel within the assigned school in performing daily work routine.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the district’s approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board.

LINK TO JOB DESCRIPTION

To review the complete job description, access the following website: https://www.browardschools.com/Page/36072 and search by Job Code. The Job Code for this position is: OO-034

LOCATION PREFERENCES/ADDITIONAL INFOR

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Instructional Support > Individual Aide

Contact Information

• Talent Management
• 600 SE 3rd Ave
• Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33301-3125
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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