Job Title: Primary Grades Instructional Assistant 

Reports to:  Principal and assigned teacher/program

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

 

 

Summary:

An Instructional Assistant is responsible for clerical, instructional and human support in assisting the classroom teacher in the management and instruction of students.  The instructional assistant performs related tasks as required and directed and is under the supervision of the classroom teacher.  The instructional assistant may independently perform some aspects of the instructional program and share results and data with the teacher.

 

Essential Functions:

 

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Understand and assist with basic language arts and math skills; excellent written and oral communication; skills to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions; operate standard office equipment, prepare and maintain accurate records; knowledge of school policies and procedures; understanding of effective discipline procedures; ability to follow directions from the classroom teacher; knowledge of age/ability appropriate activities; concepts of grammar and punctuation; safety practices and procedures; develop effective working relationships with students, parents, and staff; flexibility to be able to change processes quickly based on current situations; ability to communicate with diverse groups; problem-solving is needed to identify issues and help develop action plans; maintain confidentiality; ability to work as part of a team

 

Education and/or Experience:

An instructional assistance must have completed at least 60 hours of college credit or earned an associate’s or higher degree or successfully passed the ParaPro Assessment.

 

Physical Conditions and Nature of Work:

Duties performed typically in school settings to include:  classroom, gym, cafeteria, auditorium and recreational areas.  Occasional travel with students on field trips may be necessary. The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands:  occasional lifting of equipment up to 40 pounds, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling; significant fine finer dexterity.  Generally, the job requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing.    Occasional attendance at parent conferences, building-level and division wide meetings and training activities beyond the normal assigned hours is necessary. Daily person close contact with children to provide classroom management and learning environment support is required.  Regular contact with other staff members, parents and medical professional may be required.  

 

Evaluation:

The Instructional Assistant is evaluated by the classroom teacher and Principal.

 

Contract Length:

10 months/200 days