Substitute Instructional Assistant

Glasgow Independent Schools

Glasgow, KY

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Audiovisual, Catheterization, Communication Skills, Copying Machines, English Language, Gastrostomy, Healthcare, Healthcare Administration, Healthcare Providers, High School Diploma, Laboratory, Mathematics, Medication Administration, Nursing, Office Equipment, Performance Reviews, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Progress Reports, Record Keeping, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Student Conduct, Student Services, Testing, Training Program, Training/Teaching

LOCATION

Glasgow, KY

POSTED

4 days ago

CLASSIFIED POSITION

Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED

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Must have completed two years of study at an institution of higher education or

Must have obtained an associate's (or higher) degree or

Must be able to demonstrate through a formal assessment (Paraeducator Assessment) knowledge of and the ability to assist in instructing reading, writing, and mathematics.

Substitute Instructional Assistants fulfill the duties of Instructional Assistants in their absence. Please refer to the jobn description below:

BASIC FUNCTION:

Assist a certified teacher in providing instruction to individual or small groups typically in programs with exceptional children or equivalent programs; monitor and report student progress.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Being regular in attendance is a requirement and essential function of this position.

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 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, operation audio-visual equipment, operating educational training equipment and distributing and collecting paper and supplies.

Assist, perform, and maintain records of student health services as delegated, supervised, and/or trained by a nurse or other health care provider. These services may include, but are not limited to, the administering of medication, external catheter care, administration of feedings via a gastrostomy tube when the tube is in a mature stoma site with sustained skin integrity, blood glucose testing when sample is obtained from a capillary site, and selected ambulation, positioning, turning, or exercise program.

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 outerwear, moving from room to room, using the lavatory and others; assist student 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.

Perform bus monitoring duties as needed.

Participate in meetings and in-service training programs as assigned.

Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

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 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 procedures, functions and limitations of assigned duties.

Communicate effectively both orally 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 students behavior according to approved policies and procedures.

Operate instructional and office equipment.

The Glasgow Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, genetic information, limitations due to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or disability in employment, educational programs, or activities.

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Glasgow Independent Schools

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