Posted : Thursday, November 23, 2023 09:07 PM
COVINGTON INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
POSITION VACANCY
*POSITION: INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT – MSD, Special Education*
*APPLICATION DEADLINE: POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*
*QUALIFICATIONS:*
* Any combination equivalent to a high school diploma or G.
E.
D.
Certificate as required by Kentucky law.
* Completed two years of student at an institution of higher education; *or* * Obtained an associates (or higher) degree; *or* * Met a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics (or as appropriate reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness).
*KNOWLEDGE OF:* * Basic subjects taught in the District schools, 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 recordkeeping techniques.
* Safe physical management strategies/procedures.
* School technology (computers and copiers).
*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 procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties.
* Communicate effectively both oral 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 student’s behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
* Operate instructional and office equipment.
* Cope with physically dangerous student/s.
* Demonstrate patience and tolerance for special needs children.
* Follow rigid and exacting schedule.
* Transition well from one activity to another.
* Work in a fast-paced environment.
* Work well and be flexible with a diverse population.
*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 student typically with a disability or handicap, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress.
* Participate as a member of an instructional 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 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 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.
* Use safe physical management strategies and procedures.
* Supervision of students at various job sites in the community.
* Transport student/s to restroom.
* Change student/s who defecate/urinate (i.
e.
, wash student and dress in clean clothes).
* Assist in maintaining continuous pacing of activities so as not to allow any idle or “down” time for particular students.
* Attend school without excessive absenteeism.
* Take initiative without being told.
* Perform related duties as assigned.
*RESPONSIBLE TO: *Teacher/Building Principal or Director *CONTRACT: *185 DAYS *SALARY: *$14.
20 - $16.
02 (+$2200.
00 stipend) *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 Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Grade school specialties: * Elementary school * High school * Middle school Physical setting: * Public school Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday * No nights * No weekends Education: * High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: * Special education: 1 year (Preferred) * Childcare: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person
E.
D.
Certificate as required by Kentucky law.
* Completed two years of student at an institution of higher education; *or* * Obtained an associates (or higher) degree; *or* * Met a rigorous standard of quality and be able to demonstrate, through a formal State or local academic assessment, knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics (or as appropriate reading readiness, writing readiness, and mathematics readiness).
*KNOWLEDGE OF:* * Basic subjects taught in the District schools, 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 recordkeeping techniques.
* Safe physical management strategies/procedures.
* School technology (computers and copiers).
*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 procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties.
* Communicate effectively both oral 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 student’s behavior according to approved policies and procedures.
* Operate instructional and office equipment.
* Cope with physically dangerous student/s.
* Demonstrate patience and tolerance for special needs children.
* Follow rigid and exacting schedule.
* Transition well from one activity to another.
* Work in a fast-paced environment.
* Work well and be flexible with a diverse population.
*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 student typically with a disability or handicap, reinforcing and implementing instruction as directed by the teacher; maintain records of student progress.
* Participate as a member of an instructional 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 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 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.
* Use safe physical management strategies and procedures.
* Supervision of students at various job sites in the community.
* Transport student/s to restroom.
* Change student/s who defecate/urinate (i.
e.
, wash student and dress in clean clothes).
* Assist in maintaining continuous pacing of activities so as not to allow any idle or “down” time for particular students.
* Attend school without excessive absenteeism.
* Take initiative without being told.
* Perform related duties as assigned.
*RESPONSIBLE TO: *Teacher/Building Principal or Director *CONTRACT: *185 DAYS *SALARY: *$14.
20 - $16.
02 (+$2200.
00 stipend) *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 Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Grade school specialties: * Elementary school * High school * Middle school Physical setting: * Public school Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday * No nights * No weekends Education: * High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: * Special education: 1 year (Preferred) * Childcare: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person
• Phone : NA
• Location : 25 East 7th Street, Covington, KY
• Post ID: 9121818607