Instructional Assistant HS

Grant County Schools; Dry Ridge (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant County Schools is looking for an Instructional Assistant I in Dry Ridge, Kentucky. The role involves assisting teachers in providing instruction to students, monitoring progress, and performing clerical duties.

The ideal candidate should have completed at least two years of higher education, possess an associate's degree, and demonstrate the ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and math. This position requires effective communication with students, parents, and staff.

Qualifications

• Successfully complete at least two years (48 semester hours) of study at an institution of higher education.
• An associate's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to assist in instruction.

Responsibilities

• Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups.
• Monitor and report student progress.
• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher.

Skills

Knowledge of basic subjects

Child guidance principles

Communication skills

Clerical duties

Interpersonal skills

Education

At least two years of study at an institution of higher education

Associate's degree from an accredited institution

Job description

Instructional Assistant I

Qualifications

• Successfully complete at least two years (48 semester hours) of study at an institution of higher education
• An associate's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to assist in the instruction of reading, writing, and math by passing a formal state‑approved assessment such as the Kentucky Paraeducator Exam (KPE)
• Some experience working with children in an organized setting.

Job Goals

• Basic Function:
• Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individuals or small groups; monitor and report student progress.

Professional Responsibilities

• Tutor individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress.
• Participate as a member of an instructional team including remediation teams.
• 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.
• 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 distributing and collecting paper and supplies.
• Assist in overseeing students while in labs; provide supplies inventory as necessary.
• Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
• Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
• Contact parents of students who are absent; make home visits as necessary.
• 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.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.

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 To:
• 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.
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• 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 students' behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
• Operate instructional and office equipment.