LCES Instructional Assistant/Monitor @ Lee County Elementary School

CLASS TITLE: Instructional Assistant I REPORTS TO: Principal SUPERVISES: N/A BASIC FUNCTION: Assist a certificated teacher by performing a variety of support functions in a classroom setting. Assist in providing instruction to individuals or small groups. Monitor and report student progress. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: The terms of employments are designated by the contract.

• Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics and demonstrate punctuality and regular attendance;

• Tutor individuals or small groups of students, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher and maintain records of student progress;

• Participate as member of an instructional team including remediation teams;

• Prepare and organize lessons as directed by the teacher; administer and score a variety of tests according to established guidelines; assist in determining English proficiency of identified students;

• Assist in administering diagnostic and other tests; score and record test information;

• Monitor and report behavior of students according to approved procedures; report progress regarding student performance and behavior; check and assist students with lab work as necessary;

• Perform routine clerical duties such as preparation of instructional and classroom materials; operate copy machines; maintain classroom records;

• Provide support to the teacher by setting up work areas, displays and exhibits, operating audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies;

• Assist in overseeing students while in labs; provide for supplies inventory as necessary;

• Assist students by providing proper examples, emotional support, a friendly attitude and general guidance;

• Confer, as needed, with teachers concerning programs and materials to meet student needs;

• Contact parents of students who are absent; make home visits as necessary;

• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and regulations;

• Direct group activities of students as assigned; assist in monitoring lunchroom and playground activities as assigned; assist in emergency drills, assemblies, play periods and field trips;

• Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned;

• Provide supervision to the class in absence of the teacher;

• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Basic subjects taught, including 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;

• Basic record-keeping techniques.

ABILITY TO:

• Learn child guidance principles and practices;

• Communicate and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and the public including members of ethnic communities;

• Perform routine clerical duties in support of classroom activities;

• Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately; print and write legibly;

• Understand and follow oral and written directions;

• Learn procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties;

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing;

• Learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities;

• Work cooperatively with others;

• Monitor, observe and report students' behavior according to approved policies and procedures;

• Operate instructional and office equipment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking;

• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing;

• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations;

• Requires bending, squatting , crawling, climbing, reaching;

• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights.

EVALUATION:

• Annual development of a Professional Growth Plan.

• Evaluated annually by the principal in accordance with classified personnel standards.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate;

• Experience working with children in an organized setting preferred;

• Successful completion of one of the following: Associates Degree OR Two (2) years of full-time college study OR KY Para-educator Assessment

• If you don't have one of these degrees you may use this application and apply as an Instructional Monitor