INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT PRESCHOOL SPECIAL ED.

PENDERGAST SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Description

JOB TITLE : Instructional Assistant Preschool Special Education

EXEMPT : No

GRADE : 108

LOCATION : Desert Mirage

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT : 9-Month

REPORTS TO : Principal

SUMMARY : The job of Instructional Assistant Preschool Special Education is done for the purpose(s) of assisting (under direct supervision) in the supervision and instruction of students;

relieving teachers of clerical tasks; assisting students by providing and developing students' adaptive and behavioral skills.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• 60 College Credit Hours or AA Degree or proof of successfully passing a State-approved Para-professional assessment
• First Aid / CPR Training
• Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP)
• Proof of TB Test, negative results
• Ability to obtain a Food Handler Card

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Job-related experience

Such alternatives to the above required & preferred qualifications as the Superintendent / Designee may find appropriate and acceptable

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Adapts classroom work under the direction of the teacher for the purpose of providing a method to support and / or reinforce classroom objectives
• Administers evaluations for the purpose of assisting the teacher in evaluating students' progress and / or recognizing the individual needs of the student
• Administers first-aid and assistance to medically fragile and / or injured students, under supervision (e.g. tube feeding to students, toileting, etc.

for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill children as assigned

• Assists teachers and parents for the purpose of implementing lesson plans and / or developing students' adaptive and behavioral skills
• Confers with teachers, parents and / or appropriate personnel for the purpose of assisting in evaluation of students' progress and / or implementing students' objectives
• Implements behavioral plans for the purpose of meeting students' social and daily living skills as needed
• Implements instructional programs and lesson plans under the supervision of the teacher for the purpose of assisting the teacher and student academically
• Maintains students' files / records as pertains to special education files / records for the purpose of ensuring a safe and appropriate learning environment
• Monitors individual students, classroom and / or playground activities for the purpose of maintaining a safe and positive learning environment
• Performs record keeping and basic clerical functions, scheduling, copying, etc., for the purpose of supporting the teacher in maintaining student files and providing classroom materials
• Processes cash receipts for field trip activities for the purpose of ensuring the receipt of funds for special events
• Responds to emergency situations (e.g. injured students, fights, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Participates in various meetings for the purpose of sharing information and / or improving one's skills / knowledge
• Perform such other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Superintendent / Designee

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES :

Skills are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.

Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : various specific skills.

Knowledge is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and / or ratios; read a variety of manuals;

write documents following prescribed formats; and / or present information to others; and understand complex, multi-step oral and written instructions.

Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes : knowledge of pertinent codes, policies, regulations and / or laws;

basic first-aid and health care.

Ability is required to schedule activities; meetings and / or events; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment.

• Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes;
• and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals and / or groups;

work with variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. In working with others, independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans.

Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include : adhering to safety practices;

communicating with diverse groups; and working under time constraints.

RESPONSIBILITY :

Responsibilities include : working under limited supervision following standardized practices and / or methods; leading, guiding, and / or coordinating others;

and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of significant resources from other work units is sometimes required to perform the job's functions.

There is some opportunity to significantly impact the Organization's services.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands : significant lifting, carrying, pushing and / or pulling;

some climbing and balancing; significant stooping, kneeling, crouching and / or crawling; and significant fine-finger dexterity.

Generally the job requires 50% sitting, 35% walking and 15% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations.