Instructional Assistant, Transitional Kindergarten (SUBSTITUTE ONLY)

Berkeley Unified School District; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkeley Unified School District is seeking a Substitute Pool Helper to assist a certificated Transitional Kindergarten teacher, reinforcing instruction for individuals or small groups and monitoring student progress in a busy elementary setting.

Responsibilities include supporting curriculum, maintaining safe behavior, preparing instructional materials, and providing emotional support and guidance while collaborating with teachers and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and six college units in early childhood education.
• Experience with children or families in social services or educational settings preferred.
• Ability to supervise students and maintain safety in a classroom.

Responsibilities

• Assist certificated TK teacher by reinforcing instruction for individuals or small groups.
• Monitor student progress and report observations to the teacher.
• Support classroom routines, prepare materials, and maintain records as needed.
• Provide basic first aid and supervise students during activities.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement lesson plans and behavior management.

Skills

Communication with parents

Student supervision

Classroom management

Team collaboration

First aid awareness

Education

High school diploma + 6 college units in ECE

Experience working with children or families in educational settings

Job description

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A SUBSTITUTE POOL ONLY

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of an assigned administrator, assist certificated Transitional Kindergarten teacher in reinforcing instruction to individuals or small groups of students; monitor and report student progress, perform a variety of supportive activities for certificated personnel; perform other related duties as assigned.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Works collaboratively by assisting teachers in assessment, supporting curriculum, student interactions, enforcing safe behaviors, and enhancing social growth of students in the school setting
• Work with team members to assist students in the development and maintenance of appropriate social behaviors through the use of a variety of positive reinforcement techniques, activities and/or materials
• Assist in the development and implementation of plans to meet students’ needs
• Assist with instructional technology as needed
• Direct group activities of students assigned; assist in monitoring students as directed.
• Participate in meetings and professional development as appropriate
• Perform basic first aid when necessary
• Assist teacher with maintaining classroom routines and classroom management
• Assist in caring for and maintaining curriculum materials, manipulatives, equipment, supplies and toys.
• Work with team members to assist in arranging and maintaining a comfortable and inviting setting for learning oriented experiences
• Collaborate with teacher regarding students’ progress and assist in meeting the needs of all children
• Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities such as preparing, keyboarding, duplicating, and filing instructional materials; under the guidance of the classroom teacher, grade student tests and assignments and record grades; assist with maintaining student records and files as assigned
• Assist students in completing classroom assignments, homework, and projects; reinforce instruction and student understanding of classroom rules and procedures; assist students with performing and developing proper social behavior and self-help skills; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, positive attitude, and general guidance
• Observe and redirect the behavior of students in an educational environment according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior
• Assist the assigned teacher(s) with the implementation of lesson plans, and the administration of tasks as necessary; supervise and monitor student conduct in the classroom, on the playground, and other school areas; accompany students to and from school locations, buses, and on field trips
• Provide tutorial support and early childhood education services to children enrolled in an assigned program; tutor individual students in a variety of subject areas; and assist with implementing lesson plans as assigned by the position
• Collaborate with teacher in planning instructional activities; support and deliver instruction under the guidance of the teacher(s);
• Assist with the development of lesson plans; assist students by answering questions, providing proper examples, emotional support, friendly attitude, and general guidance
• Assist with various student records, files, logs, and reports related to student attendance, progress, and assigned activities;
• Assist with snack and lunch time as assigned; assist children with eating activities; assist students with washing hands and faces after play times and meals, as needed; assist students with toileting
• Provide classroom support to the teacher(s) by setting up work areas and displays, and distributing and collecting paper, supplies, and materials; assist in maintaining a safe, orderly, and sanitary classroom and play environment (e.g., set up activities and store play equipment; clean and disinfect tables, play equipment, and other classroom areas as assigned)
• Assist with active supervision of children in educational settings; accompany and assist with the supervision of students on field trips; use positive reinforcement strategies and other approved techniques to assist students in the development of appropriate behaviors
• Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF

• General principles of Early Childhood Education
• Positive Classroom Management Techniques

ABILITY TO

• Communicate effectively with parents, volunteers, substitutes and other staff both orally and in writing
• Follow teacher’s directions when working with a group of and/or individual students
• Attend meetings as required
• Maintain confidentiality of information
• Attend professional development as necessary and/or required by the position.
• Basic principles and techniques used for reading, language and mathematical instruction.
• Assist teachers with monitoring student progress
• Recognize and understand the needs of young children including developmental self-help skills
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with teachers, specialists, students and others contacted in the course of work
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Assist the teacher with the preparation and maintenance of accurate and up-to-date records, files and other documentation and perform a variety of other basic and routine clerical tasks including checking district email communication daily
• Physical capability sufficient to perform job task.
• Successfully supervise students
• Administer First Aid
• Properly use personal protection equipment (PPE) as provided

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by six (6) units of college- level coursework in early childhood education and one year of experience working with students or families in a social services or educational environment. Incumbents must meet requirements specified under Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).

Early childhood education background and experience working with children ages 3-5 is preferred.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Valid first aid and CPR certificate preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENT

• Indoor classroom work environment
• Outdoor playground environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and classroom equipment
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information
• Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor students
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, moving, and/or pulling up to 50 pounds with assistance
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
• Bending at the waist, twisting, squatting, and/or kneeling, to assist students and perform various activities in the classroom and on the playground
• Walking for extended distances periods of time to monitor and assist students in the classroom, on the playground, and while on field trips

HAZARDS

• Potential contact with blood and other bodily fluids
• Exposure to blood borne pathogens and infectious disease

SALARIES

SALARIES: All salaries as stated are based on present information and are subject to change. Appointments are made at the minimum salary shown in the posting and increases are granted at intervals based on anniversary date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

The first step is an application screening to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications listed in the job description.

Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the following two-part examination process:

FIRST EXAMINATION: TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE ASSESSMENT - QUALIFYING PASS/FAIL

The Training and Experience (T&E) assessment will evaluate each candidate’s complete application, including employment history, education, training, and responses to the required supplemental questions. The supplemental questions align with the approved duties and qualifications for the position.

Candidates must receive a Pass rating on the T&E assessment to proceed to the second examination.

SECOND EXAMINATION: 100% OF FINAL EXAMINATION SCORE

Candidates who pass the T&E assessment will be invited to participate in a second examination. The second exam may consist of a written exam, an oral exam, a performance exam, a structured interview (SI), or a qualification appraisal interview (QAI).

The second examination will determine 100% of the candidate’s numerical examination score and placement on the eligibility list.

The passing score will be set between 50 and 99, under the direction of the Personnel Director, based on factors specific to the examination and recruitment. Once established, the passing score will be applied uniformly to all candidates.

EXAMINATION WEIGHT

FIRST EXAMINATION: T&E — Qualifying Pass/Fail

SECOND EXAMINATION: 100% of the final examination score

Candidates must pass each examination component to proceed. Candidates who do not pass will be notified of their results and applicable review or appeal rights.

OTHER

Proof of identification for completion of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be submitted at the time of processing for employment.

SALARIES

All salaries, as stated, are based on present information and are subject to change. The hiring rate shall be the first step of the schedule, except for classes where recruitment efforts have indicated difficulty in recruiting at that step. Appointments are made at the minimum salary shown in the posting, and increases are granted at intervals based on anniversary date.

Notification of Non-Discrimination Policy

The Berkeley Unified School District is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. Accordingly, BUSD programs and activities shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The Board shall promote programs that ensure that discriminatory practices are eliminated in all district activities. (Board Policy 0410, Board Policy 1311, Board Policy 4030, Board Policy 5145.3, Board Policy 5145.7)

The Board also prohibits retaliation against any district employee or job applicant who complains, testifies or in any way participates in the district's complaint procedures instituted pursuant to this policy. (Board Policy 4030)

Complaint forms are available at school sites and on the district webpage at www.berkeleyschools.net/complaints.

For inquiries or concerns regarding BUSD nondiscrimination policy 5145.3 or the filing of discrimination complaints, please contact:

Jasmina Viteskic, Title IX Coordinator/Compliance Officer

2020 Bonar Street Room 116, Berkeley, CA 94702

Phone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

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