Instructional Assistant

Position Type:

Instructional Support Staff/Instructional Assistant

Date Posted:

5/16/2024

Location:

J. Robert Hendricks Elementary School

Date Available:

07/31/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

Salary:

$15.26 per hour - commensurate with experience.

Terms/Benefits:

2024-2025 School Year

10 month position - 6.75 hours per day

Major medical, hospitalization, dental, income protection, and term life

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience:

• A high School diploma or equivalent.

• Must possess an Associate's degree or 60 semester hours of coursework documented on an official transcript from an accredited institution of higher education; or pass a formal state assessment such as Master Teacher's Para Educator Learning Network.

• Additional training in child psychology and guidance, classroom management, special education needs, or other related areas of study is desirable.

Computer Proficiency: Demonstrated general proficiency in computer programs including Microsoft Excel and Word.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

• Ability to efficiently complete clerical tasks.

• Knowledge and understanding of children or teenagers.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations.

• Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community members.

• Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies.

• Ability to handle confrontation and conflict without an emotional response.

• Skills in time management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists in the instruction of students, working individually or in small groups.

• Monitors student activities such as test-taking, field trips, research projects or recreation.

• Marks and scores tests and records grades.

• Distributes textbooks and resource materials to students.

• Maintains instructional files.

• Assists with the development of bulletin boards.

• Assists in assessment of student programs, student behavior, and special needs.

• Prepares teaching aids and coordinates copying.

• Compiles orders for instructional supplies and capital equipment.

• Assists in cafeteria and playground supervision.

General Information:

Performs instructional and clerical tasks in support of the classroom teacher.

NON-EXEMPT EMPLOYEE

Flowing Wells Unified School District is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, TITLE IX, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, religion, or disability in its employment practices.