COVINGTON INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
POSITION VACANCY
*POSITION: INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT*
*APPLICATION DEADLINE: POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*
*QUALIFICATIONS:*
* Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or G.
E.
D.
Certificate as required by Kentucky law.
*or*
* Completed two years of study at an institution of higher education (60 hours of coursework).
*or*
* Obtained an associates (or higher) degree.
*KNOWLEDGE OF:*
* Basic subjects taught in the District schools, including math, 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.
* Print and write legibly.
* Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.
* Understand and follow oral and written directions.
* Learn to apply and explain policies and procedures related to school and program activities.
* Work cooperatively with others.
* Monitor, observe and report student’s behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
* Operate instructional and office equipment.
*JOB GOAL:*
* Assist a certificated teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups typically in programs with exceptional children or equivalent programs; monitor and report student progress.
*PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:*
* Tutor individuals or small groups of students typically with a disability or handicap, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress.
* Participate as member of an instruction team including remediation teams; develop appropriate relationships with parents and team members; serve as a resource person to the student personnel evaluation team.
* Transport students to and from activities and assist in preparation for treatment as required.
* 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; read, understand and assist in implementing, recording and monitoring student’s IEP.
* 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; maintain attendance 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 or other activities; provide for supplies inventory as necessary.
* Assist students in such physical tasks as putting on and taking off of outer wear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory and others; assist students in getting on and off the bus.
* 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 inservice training programs as assigned.
* Perform related duties as assigned.
*RESPONSIBLE TO: *Teacher/Building Principal or Director
*CONTRACT: *185 days
*SALARY: *$14.
20 - $16.
02/hourly @ 0 years’ experience; depending on qualifications
*APPLICATION PROCEDURE:*
* Complete the *online* application at: _www.
covington.
kyschools.
us_ .
* *Complete the Classified application.
*
* _This position will be filled as soon as possible.
All applications will be evaluated and screened.
_
*An Equal Opportunity Employer*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.
20 - $24.
45 per hour
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* No nights
* No weekends
School type:
* Public school
Education:
* High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
* working with students: 1 year (Preferred)
* Conflict management: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person