POSITION TITLE: Instructional AssistantREPORTS TO: Principal and/or Director of Special EducationSUMMARY: The Instructional Assistant is responsible for assisting teachers withsupporting student growth. The Instructional Assistant provides supportfor student learning objectives and growth. They will support studentsduring instructional and non-instructional times throughout the school day.POSITION TYPE: Full-timeESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions or duties listed below are illustrations of the type of work that isperformed and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Other dutiesmay be assigned by the Superintendent and/or the Superintendents designee.
Carry out specialized instruction and support to assist the student toward progress on IEPgoals and work completion under the direction of the classroom and Special Educationteachers in a general education classroom or separate instructional area Assist the teacher in data collection on student performance including all IEP goal areas,work completion, and taught skills (grade, work samples observation) Establish ongoing communication with the general education and Special Educationteachers Assist teachers with instructional activities including re-teaching and remediation asnecessary Follow teacher directions regarding discipline, turning in assignments, bathroomprocedures, and other systems Implement a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) if necessary Make modifications with teacher direction and/or implement accommodations(assignments, projects, quizzes, tests, etc.) Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information aboutstudents and their records Assists with the personal needs of students Supervises students during play periods, recess periods, lunch periods, and in and out ofclassrooms Provides small group instruction Administers tests to individuals or small groups as needed Participates in in-service training programs and/or professional development programs asassigned Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal and/or Designated Personnel Reports incidents (e.g., fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) forthe purpose of maintaining the personal safety of students, providing a positive learningenvironment, and adhering to state and federal laws and district policies Follows all standards and indicators to the best of his or her ability, as described in theSutton Public Schools Adheres to the voted upon collective bargaining agreement and any applicableMOUs/MOAs between the Sutton Education Support Association and SchoolCommitteeSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise students as assigned.QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills,and/or abilities required. The Superintendent may waive or modify the qualificationrequirements.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Monitor and support individual needs. Maintain confidentiality and a high level of professionalism at all times Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, including responding to frequent demands Strong communication skills Ability to work harmoniously and effectively as part of a work team Applied Behavior Analysis training desirableEDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: High School DiplomaLICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: Restraint training beneficialPHYSICAL DEMANDS: The employee must be able to remain stationary for extended periods and occasionally movethroughout the school building as needed.
Regular use of hands for typing, handling objects,and operating tools is required, along with sufficient grip strength for various tasks. The roleinvolves frequent use of a computer and standard office equipment such as a calculator, copier,and printer. The employee must be able to enter data, read from screens, and reviewhandwritten or printed materials, with or without visual aids. Clear and effectivecommunication with students, parents, and colleaguesboth in person and over the phoneisessential.
Strong visual and auditory awareness is necessary to ensure student safety andprovide meaningful feedback.WORK ENVIRONMENT: The employee will be working in a normal school environment with an acceptable level ofnoise. The employee interacts with students, parents, and other staff members. The employeeis directly responsible for the safety, well-being, and work output of students. While themajority of the work day is spent inside, the employee must spend time outdoors for fire drillsand/or special activities.The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representativeof those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions.
This job description does not constitute an employment agreementbetween the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs ofthe employer and the requirements of the job change.
