Otay - Instructional Assistant - #293

Chula Vista Elementary School District; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Chula Vista Elementary School District is seeking an Instructional Assistant to support classroom instruction and learning environments. The role may involve clerical duties and providing services to students in languages other than English, under immediate supervision.

The ideal candidate has prior experience as an Instructional Assistant or Student Attendant, with strong language skills and a high school diploma (or equivalent).

Qualifications

• Experience as Instructional Assistant or Student Attendant; ability to work with students and adults and to carry out instructions and report writing.
• Knowledge of correct language usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• A valid California driver's license is required; CPR certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in classroom instruction and in other learning environments.
• Provide clerical or supportive duties and may assist students in languages other than English.

Skills

Communication with students

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college coursework in childcare

Job description

Job Summary
Under immediate supervision, performs required duties related to instruction while assisting in the classroom and other learning environments. May also perform a variety of clerical or other supportive duties, may provide services to students in a language other than English, and performs related work as required.

Job Summary
Under immediate supervision, performs required duties related to instruction while assisting in the classroom and other learning environments. May also perform a variety of clerical or other supportive duties, may provide services to students in a language other than English, and performs related work as required.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Experience as Instructional Assistant or Student Attendant.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students and adults, perform a variety of complex tasks, understand and carry out English oral and written instructions, and prepare reports as required.
• Knowledge of correct language usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation. California state law requires that all personnel working in an instructional setting must demonstrate high school proficiency in the areas of reading, writing, and mathematics. Applicants must pass a proficiency examination before they can be considered for a position as an Instructional Assistant.
• Education requirement of graduation from high school or equivalent, preferably supplemented by two years’ college course work in childcare specialization or equivalent.

Licenses And Certificates
A valid California Driver’s License required at the time of appointment.
CPR certification is desirable.