Instructional Assistant 1 (Tualatin Elementary) at Tigard-Tualatin Sd 23J

JOB TITLE: Instructional Assistant 1 - Supervision IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Building AdministratorFTE: 0.313(2.5 hrs/day)POSITION START DATE: As soon as possible after hireGENERAL DUTIES SUMMARY:Assists or lends support to licensed teachers or under the direction of other staff in a supervisory role. Performs student supervision tasks of limited variety and moderate complexity. These tasks can be readily learned on the job. Positions in this classification may be part-time depending on district need.ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS & RESPONSIBILITIESThe essential requirements and responsibilities of this position are listed below. Employees in this position must possess the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.Make some independent judgments within prescribed policies and proceduresEmploy good judgment in a variety of situations including emergenciesWork with a variety of students and demonstrate a willingness to gain the information and training necessary to work effectivelyPossess the characteristics and understanding to be an effective member of an educational support teamComprehend and follow oral and written instructions and complete work within established time linesCommunicate with appropriate student age group requiring the exercise of both empathetic and disciplinarian approachesMaintain a confidential non-preferential non-judgmental attitude towards the students staff and programDevelop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor staff and general public-Learn and implement policies for students of program employee is responsible forESSENTIAL EDUCATION SKILLS AND CAPABILITIESKeep current on changes in requirements of the job by possessing a willingness to attend training classes or workshopsTo perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the above essential functions satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge/skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of this positionAssist licensed teacher with routine classroom activitiesAssist licensed teacher in preparing for assignments including but not limited to; correction of papers copying decorating classroom preparation of suppliesAssist in a variety of building tasks including but not limited to; selling lunch tickets counting lunch fund receipts recording and balancing lunch count dataSupervise students in classrooms lunchrooms media centers playground bus pickup/drop offThis position supervises and resolves routine behavior problems within prescribed guidelines of school policy and/or individual student behavior plans. Refers repetitive or severe problems to teacher or administratorAdministers first aidHigh school diploma or GED equivalentOne year minimum child-care experience is preferred.Oregon Drivers License or ability to get to and from work in a timely manner and perform the essential functions of the positionMedic First Aid Card (must be certified within the first 60 days of employment)Other certifications/trainings as required to execute the Essential Functions and Duties andResponsibilities of this position (i.e. blood sugar testing bee sting dispensing of prescription medication)Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization existsInterpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule formAll employees must be able to communicate in an effective manner. Employees with English as a second language must be able to communicate their need for clarification and/or interpretation of directions. Employee should be willing to attend English class as requested by supervisor.PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.See near and far (i.e. constant observation of students)Discriminate colors (i.e. teaching colors)Hear sufficiently to perform the duties and responsibilities (i.e. understand speech which may be difficult to understand listening for distress signals)Medium lifting occurs occasionally (20-50 lbs)Light lifting occurs frequently (0-20 lbs)There is occasional light to medium carrying of supplies and equipmentPulling/pushing occurs occasionally (i.e. wheel chair vacuuming open/close doors gait trainer and stander)Occasional implementation or assistance with implementation of individual student restraint protocolsCrawling kneeling climbing cramped spaces and repeated bending occurs occasionally to frequently in the course of a day (i.e. toileting loading bus machinery control working on same level as student picking up trash assisting student in bathroom)Balance upper body and hand/wrist movement occur often to frequent in course of day (i.e. assist with student balance coordination in movement writing grabbing keyboards reaching stretching)Occasional use of household cleaning type chemicals (i.e. bleach)Occasional use of gluesConstant exposure to blood and body fluids (i.e. spitting feeding changing biting)Exposure to bees pollens head lice may occur occasionally to frequentlyJobs in this classification are physically active positions that perform duties both inside and outside including exposure to inclement weather. Noise level is generally moderate to highTERMS OF EMPLOYMENTThis is a 9 month assignment on theErange of the Classified Job Schedule.Actual days may vary dependent on the number of days students are in school or the size and needs of the classroom population.This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all inclusive list of all the responsibilities skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the positions activities and requirements the administration reserves the right to modify add or remove duties and assign duties as necessary that still reflect the essential functions of the department.A new employee shall be allowed up to (4) four years experience on the salary schedule based on actual years of experience on a job of like responsibilites and skills. The highest hourly rate for a new employee would be $20.39 per hour. Key Skills System Design,Classroom Experience,Learning Technology,Instructional Design,Adult Education,SCORM,LMS,Training & Development,Adobe Dreamweaver,Adobe Captivate,Curriculum Development,Web Accessibility Employment Type : Hourly Experience: years Vacancy: 1