BASIC FUNCTION:
Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups typically in programs with exceptional children or equivalent programs; monitor and report student progress.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Instructional Assistant II incumbents work within a complex program typically requiring additional skills and characterized by increased independence of action. Instructional Assistant I incumbents assist a certificated teacher by performing a variety of support functions in a regular classroom setting.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
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Tutor individuals or small groups of students typically with a disability or handicap, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress.
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Participate as member of an instructional team including remediation teams; develop appropriate relationships with parents and team members; serve as a resource person to the student personnel evaluation team.
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Transport students to and from activities and assist in preparation for treatment as required.
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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.
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Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information; read, understand and assist in implementing, recording and monitoring student's IEP.
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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.
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Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records; maintain attendance records.
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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.
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Assist in overseeing students while in labs or other activities; provide for supplies inventory as necessary.
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Assist students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off of outer wear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory and others; assist student in getting on and off the bus.
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Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance.
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Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.
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Contact parents of students who are absent; make home visits as necessary.
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Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.
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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.
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Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.
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Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
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Basic subjects taught in the District schools, including arithmetic, grammar, spelling, language and reading.
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Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.
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Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
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Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
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Basic record-keeping techniques.
ABILITY TO:
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Learn child guidance principles and practices.
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Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public including members of ethnic communities.
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Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities.
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Print and write legibly.
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Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
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Understand and follow oral and written directions.
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Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties.
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Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
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Learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities.
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Work cooperatively with others.
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Monitor, observe and report students behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
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Operate instructional and office equipment.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year experience in working with children in an organized setting.
