Instructional Assistant Pre-Kindergarten (Blended Program), Part-Time

POSITION PURPOSE:

Performs instructional support work assisting classroom teachers in classroom activities as well as general administrative support tasks. Implements goals and objectives established by licensed teachers and works directly with students. Assists in the instruction of individual students or groups of students in all curricular areas as directed by teachers or administrators. Plans and collaborates with teachers in devising special strategies related to childcare licensure requirements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Working knowledge of successful instructional delivery methods;
• Working knowledge of the core subjects at the grade level to which employment assignment is made;
• Ability to recognize and support students of diverse backgrounds learning abilities and learning styles;
• Ability to protect the confidentiality of personally identifiable information in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) and other applicable federal and state laws policies and regulations;
• Ability to work in a team environment and effectively collaborate with others;
• Ability to motivate students;
• Ability to constantly supervise the safety and well-being of students;
• Ability to work with a diverse student population and recognize variations in student backgrounds abilities and learning styles;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information collaborative efforts and feedback;
• Ability to implement academic and behavioral interventions as needed;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff students parents businesses community agencies and the public.

EDUCATION TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED and shall hold or be working toward an Associates degree in birth-through- kindergarten child development early childhood education or an early childhood education related field or a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. Instructional assistants working toward the minimum of an Associate Degree or CDA shall make progress by completing a minimum of six documented semester hours per year; OR
• Meet the employment requirements outlined by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Pub.L.114-95 AND have one of the following:
  • Six documented semester hours of coursework in early childhood education OR
  • Two years of work experience in an early childhood setting.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• None

(Dependent upon the need of the school and the student population; principal will determine)

• Hold and maintain a Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) certification (specific program to be determined by WCPSS Special Education Services and maintain that certification through the proper renewal process; adhering to all timelines; CPI training will be provided through WCPSS if needed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• First aid and CPR certifications.
  
  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides assistance with activities and duties that implement the pre-k licensed program assists teachers in instructional activities and assists teachers in ensuring an encouraging caring safe and healthy environment for all students.
• Aids teachers with planning and organizing evaluating instructional activities developing classroom licensure procedures and preparing necessary materials; ensures materials for students are readily available according to the needs of the lesson plan.
• Demonstrates professional and technical skills necessary to function effectively in the classroom and to support the school program.
• Works with an individual student and/or specific groups of students in different pre-k licensed classrooms and/or area of the school as needed.
• Participates in the district staff development program and continued professional growth in the area of assignment.
• Maintains a positive disposition exercises good judgement and remains calm when dealing with students at all times.
• May perform vision and hearing screenings; enters results into the ECATS (Every Childs Accountability and Tracking System). Initial training and recertification will be provided through WCPSS if needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to use a variety of office equipment such as computers scanners and copiers. Must be able to communicate effectively. At times requires the ability to lift carry push pull or exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical requirements are consistent with those for medium work. School can contact the schools Physical Therapist for assistance if needed with proper lifting techniques.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to work in a classroom an office environment and come into direct contact with school system staff students parents and the community.

EFFECTIVE DATE: 5/2023

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor with HR review and approval at any time.