JES Instructor I

A minimum of 48 college credit hours or a passing score on the Paraeducator Assessment given by the district is required for this position.

MARSHALL COUNTY SCHOOLS CLASSIFICATION PLAN

CLASS TITLE: Instructor I

BASIC FUNCTION:

Assist in the implementation of education programs by providing comprehensive assessments, evaluations and instruction to meet the needs of parents and children, including home visitation and instruction.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The levels of Instructor are distinguished by independence of action and degree of judgment exercised. The Instructor I receive closer supervision while Instructor II provides assistance to others and serve as a resource. The Instructor III provides leadership as well as assisting in program design.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Implement a comprehensive education program for eligible participants.

• Provide instruction, counseling, appropriate learning materials and experiences for the participants and provide continuous evaluation of students' progress and achievement.

• Plan and implement parent and child interactions and activities.

• Provide and arrange adult supports, activities and sessions.

• Plan and implement a parent involvement program which includes home visitation as appropriate.

• Promote program, interpret purpose of program to potential clients and interested persons in the community.

• Maintain accurate records on the program and provide data to appropriate personnel.

• Plan regularly with staff and participate in appropriate school meetings and activities.

• Comply with policies, rules and regulations of the School District and State or federal regulatory agencies where appropriate.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Basic instructional methods and techniques.

• Basic learning theory applicable to the student group served.

• Students with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds.

• Basic subjects taught in District schools including arithmetic, reading, writing, grammar and spelling.

• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.

• Classroom procedures and appropriate student conduct.

• Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities.

• Applicable sections of Kentucky Administrative Regulations and other applicable laws.

• Health and safety regulations.

ABILITY TO:

• Provide instruction working with children and parents with special needs, multi-cultural and multi-ethnic backgrounds.

• Monitor and evaluate student progress.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Maintain routine records.

• Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

• Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions.

• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

• Plan and organize work.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, GED Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a GED as required by Kentucky law and some instructional experience in a classroom environment working with children and parents with special needs.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Education levels increase as required by the assignment and are recognized accordingly on the salary schedule.