Instructional Assistant (JrSr High Special Education) at Williamstown KY

Instructional Assistant for Williamstown Independent Elementary.This position will be for the remainder of the 25-26 school year for 7.5 hours each day.Williamstown Independent SchoolsJob DescriptionTITLE: Instructional Assistant (Jr/SrHigh Special Education)QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma G.E.D. Certificate. One year experience in working with children in an organized setting. Successful completion of Federal/State Required Skills Exam.REPORTS TO: Building PrincipalJOB GOALS: Assist a certified teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups monitor and report student progress.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBLITIES:Assists a certified teacher by performing a variety of support functions in a regular classroomsetting.Tutors individuals or small groups of students reinforcing and implementing instruction asdirected by the teacher and maintains records of student progress.Participates as a member of an instructional team including remediation teams.Prepares and organizes lessons as directed by the teacher administers and scores a variety ofassessments according to established guidelines; assists in determining English proficiency ofidentified students.Assists in administering diagnostic and other tests; scores and records assessment data.Monitors and reports behavior of individual students according to approved procedures; reportsprogress regarding student performance and behavior; checks and assists students with lab work as necessary.Performs routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operates copy machines; maintains classroom records; maintains attendance records.Provides support to the teacher by setting up work areas displays and exhibits; by operatingaudio-visual equipment operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting papers and supplies.Assists in overseeing students while in labs; provides for supplies inventory as necessary.Assists students by providing proper examples emotional support a friendly attitude and general guidance.Confers as needed with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs.Assures the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations.Directs group activities of students as assigned; assists in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assigned; assists in emergency drills assemblies play periods and field trips.Participates in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.Communicates and maintains effective relationships with students parents staff and the Public.Performs routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities.Demonstrates regular attendance and punctuality.Adheres to the appropriate code of ethics.Performs other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the teacher Principal or Superintendent.KNOWLEDGE OF:Basic subjects taught in the District schools includes arithmetic grammar spelling language and reading.Safe practices in classroom and playground activities.Correct English usage grammar spelling punctuation and vocabulary.Interpersonal skills using tact patience and courtesy.ABILITY TO:Perform as a support person such that student achievement is maximized.Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Data Entry,Developmental Disabilities Experience,Behavior Management,Data Collection,Special Education,Personal Injury Law,Special Needs,Experience with Children,Human Resources,Tube Feeding,Word Processing,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1