Instructional Support Specialist
About the Employer
Instructional Assistant - 4K
Job Title (for context): Instructional Assistant - 4K
Paraprofessional Information and Hiring Requirements
Lexington County School District One paraprofessionals must meet one of the following prior to their date of hire:
* 60 college credit hours
* Associate degree or higher
* Passing score on the Parapro or Parapathways assessment (available at ETS.org)
Position Title: Instructional Assistant, 4K
Department: Instructional Services
Reports to: Principal
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Qualifications:
High school graduate or equivalent At least two years of study (60 semester hours) at an accredited institution of higher education; or Associate's degree (or higher); or Passing score on the Parapro or Parapathways assessment.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Must have current government-issued identification.
Terms of Employment:
7 hours/185 days
Support staff salary schedule (Grade 7)
The terms of employment detailed in this job description are based on full-time employment during the school year. Conditions of employment adjusted for part-time employees or individuals who are hired for less than an entire school year.
General Summary:
Under general supervision of a certified teacher, instruct students in academic and social skills so that the individual student's needs, interests, and abilities are met. Assists in other school programs as assigned.
Essential Functions:
Supports and upholds the mission, vision, and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One towards increased outcomes for students. Interacts, communicates, and collaborates with all stakeholders effectively. Establishes a safe, supportive, positive, and productive working and learning environment. Operates general office and technology equipment needed for daily activities. Maintains confidentiality regarding all employee and student information. Participates in all professional meetings and training sessions as required. Requests and maintains materials needed for daily responsibilities and essential functions; provides for safe storage and proper use of all tools, equipment, and materials. Assists teacher with all classroom activities; Assists with lunch and safety drills. Works one-on-one and in small groups with students as instructed by the certified teacher. Assists with benchmark assessments; Leads intervention groups or assists with classroom intervention groups in the kindergarten setting. Assists teacher in supervising students inside and outside of the school building. Provides for basic first aid needs of students. Provides toileting assistance for students as needed. Assists with clerical duties such as recording student attendance, collecting lunch money, collecting and recording various fees, and organizing and filing instructional materials. Ensures instructional areas are maintained in a neat and orderly fashion. Assumes the role of teacher in all aspects when necessary. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Supervisory Responsibility:
Supervision of students in both instructional and non-instructional settings.
Other Skills and Abilities:
Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Lexington County School District One board policies. Must be able to access reliable transportation. Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of the school district which pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Knowledge of school policies, procedures, and operations. Ability to demonstrate proper maintenance, safe operation, and utilization of equipment, materials, and supplies used in daily activities. Ability to maintain high standards of accuracy in exercising duties. Ability to anticipate work to be completed and to complete work without the need for direct supervision. Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and student records and information. Ability to interact and communicate in an effective and professional manner with supervisors, co-workers, teachers, students, and the general public.Personal Computer Experience Required:
Strong knowledge of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheets, electronic file management, the internet, and reporting and presentation software.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Physical demands are restricted to work requiring occasional lifting/moving of items up to twenty-five pounds.
* The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as furniture or boxes of materials.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Duties are performed in an office setting with no significant exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
Evaluation:
Performance of this job is evaluated annually according to board policy.
Disclaimer Statement:
The information contained in this job description is intended for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position, and additional duties may be assigned.
Nondiscrimination Policy:
Lexington County School District One is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all students, parents/legal guardians, staff, visitors, personnel, and community members who participate or seek to participate in its programs or activities. Therefore, the district does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), color, disability, age, genetic information, national origin, or any other applicable status protected by local, state, or federal law.